Non pipeline transport of natural gas via ships
Explanation of Natural Gas, Origin of this gas, processing and refining of the gas, how the gas is it transported and end users of the gas.
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Polynesian Instruments - What are Stick Charts?
Stick Chart is an ancient navigation method which was used by early seafarers to help them locate different islands and sea routes. Stick charts are …
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Type of boat without motors - Bark boats explained
Similar to skin boats in structure, the bark boats are more tough and reliable. Find out more about these amazing boats in the article inside.
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Water Rafts Explored - Inflatable Rafts, Wooden Rafts and Other Types of Rafts Explained
Rafts are one of the very ancient boats that are still used extensively. It is just because of their simplicity and usefulness that rafts are still …
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Skin on Frame Boats - A Type of a Prehistoric Boat
Skin boat, as the name suggests, has animal skins used in its making. A type of a prehistoric boat, skin boats were used extensively in the olden days …
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The Coracle Boat - An Overview
Coracle is a type of boat whose usage dates back to the prehistoric age. Read more about this spectacular ancient boat here.
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Marine Engineering - Ways To Purify Water
What processes and principles are used to remove suspended particles as well as living organisms from water?
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Pistons - Inspection and Checks Done in Marine Engine Pistons
Piston inspection on ships are part of the engine planned maintenance schedule (PMS) carried out to ensure the components are within the allowed …
Continue ReadingShip Hull Breach - Causes of Failure
Learn about the factors affecting the hull strength and causes/modes of failure of the hull.
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Ship Movements Explained - Types and Means
This article explains how different movements like Ahead, Astern, Port side, Starboard side movements are carried out with the equipment parts causing …
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