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Q Hydrophore pump short cycling Pressure switch faulty- check pressure switchPressure switch wrongly setNon return valve after pump leaking, hence water under pressure going back to storage tank- that would be indicated by monitoring of...

Q Explain with the aid of sketch, the working principle of IGBT(Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor) in varying motor speed control This type of converter used for induction motor drives, uses transistors as switching devices.Unlike thyristors,...

Q. STCW 95 has laid down minimum requirements for familiarization, basic safety training and instruction to all seafarers. Underline the importance of the role of the chief engineer of a ship in enforcing these...

Q a. With reference to port state control, discuss i) Regional cooperation / agreement. ii) Future of port state control and iii) Is PSC an effective tool for operational ship safety? b. Define a sub-standard vessel & give...

Q. Explain the following modern terms related to turbocharging: A. Pulse converter system B. Sequential turbo charging C. Two stage turbocharging D. Variable geometry turbochargers Answer:- A. PULSE CONVERTER SYSTEM:- Pulse charging system due to long interval of the air inlet...

Q. Explain the different machinery linked emergency situations that are dealt as documented process under “emergency preparedness”. Underline the salient actions that are documented in dealing with a. Main engine failure b. Steering gear failure c. Electrical...

Q. Reference to the maritime labor convention (MLC) 2006 discuss:- a) Flag state and port state responsibility. b) Onboard and Onshore complaint procedures c) Detainable deficiencies d) Grievance redressal mechanism for Indian seafarers Answer:- A) Flag state and port state...

Q. For onboard noise measurement as per IMO code of Noise Level onboard Ships, Explain the requirements regarding:- A. Measuring conditions B. Measuring equipment C. Measurement procedures Answer:- A. MEASURING CONDITIONS Operating conditions at sea trials a. Measurements should be taken...

Q. Explain salient features of the guidelines. With reference to the Fuel oil analysis report, describe relevant corrective actions which can be initiated against various adverse observations in it. Answer:- THE RELEVANT CORRECTIVE ACTIONS: a. Density: i. Max...

Q. a. What are the important highlights of UNCLOS with respect to environment protection? b. Briefly explain the following (not more than 100 words) i) Territorial sea ii) Internal waters iii) Contiguous zone iv) Exclusive economic zone v) Continental shelf vi)...