When checking tappet clearance on marine engines, we have to ascertain that the piston is at TDC...
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What is the Significance of Compression Ratio?
Compression ratio is the ratio obtained by dividing volume at BDC by volume at TDC (clearance...
What is SFOC? How to calculate SFOC?
Specific fuel oil consumption (SFOC) can be defined as fuel consumption in grams for unit power...
What is the compression ratio of Compression Ignition (CI)...
For CI engine compression ratio is between 12.5 to 13.5. For life boat engine, compression ratio is...
How will you pressure test the piston of main engine?
Piston is pressure tested to test for any leakage at contact surfaces and also between sealing...
How to calculate misalignment of crankshaft in main engine? What...
CRANKSHAFT DEFLECTION Crankshaft deflections are measured to detect the misalignment of main...
What is the purpose of holding down bolts?
Purpose of holding down bolts: To provide a clamping force through friction between bedplate, chock...
How will you grind suction/exhaust valve of an Auxiliary Engine?
If there is a flaw in the valve seat of suction and exhaust valve, valve seat must be grinded...
ENGINE PERFORMANCE and INDICATOR CARDS
Click on the Question to see the Answer Define brake power, indicated power and mechanical...
What checks should be performed on liner of auxiliary engine...
Liner must be inspected thoroughly after its removal to determine the service condition of the...