SELECTION OF ENGINE ROOM PLANT IN TANKERS AND BULK CARRIERS

The feasibility of steam turbine, slow speed diesel and geared medium speed diesel propulsion systems for large vessels is evaluated for installations using a single screw, twin screws, a nozzle single screw, and contrarotating propellers. Options for supplying auxiliary power are considered. A comparison of specific transportation costs for a 230,000 dwt tanker with different types of engine arrangements is given.

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    Benn Brothers Marine Publications Limited

    Lyon Tower, 125 High Street, Colliers Wood
    London SW19 2JN,   England 
  • Authors:
    • Stefenson, J
  • Publication Date: 1969-7

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  • Accession Number: 00003133
  • Record Type: Publication
  • Source Agency: Engineering Index
  • Files: TRIS
  • Created Date: Oct 30 1973 12:00AM