Tag: #vaporbubbleformation

  • EK General Jul 2020 (Q3)

    EK General Jul 2020 (Q3)

    With reference to propeller cavitation: (a) define cavitation; (2) (b) describe FOUR detrimental effects of propeller cavitation. (8) Propeller, shafting & thrusters Jul 2020 (Q3)

  • EK General Dec 2017 (Q4)

    EK General Dec 2017 (Q4)

    With reference to centrifugal pumps: (a) Explain the operating principle of a centrifugal pump and why it is unnecessary to fit a relief valve to it; (4) (b) State two impeller types and which type of application they would be best suited for; (2) (c) Explain why cavitation occurs and how to possibly reduce by…