Marine Global Positioning System - GPS Navigation made simple
GPS- the Global Positioning System, has revolutionised position fixing at sea. Here is a simple explanation on how the system works and why it is …
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An Essential Component of a Ship Model Basin - The Cavitation Tunnel
You must surely know what a Tunnel means but what do you understand by a Cavitation Tunnel - provided you understand in the first place !!! Well if …
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Testing ship models - The use of the important equipments such as the Towing Tank
Do you know what is a Ship Model Basin and what is the role of a Towing Tank in the same? If not, then just go ahead and read this article to know …
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Marine Diesel Engines: Role and Purpose of the Crankshaft
The Crankshaft of the Marine Diesel Engine acts as the outlet of power from the engine for supply to the huge propeller immersed in the sea which …
Continue ReadingMaritime Law and Liability For Loss by Dangerous Goods
Maritime cargo often incorporates dangerous goods. This article explores the established liability when Dangerous goods are shipped by sea.
Continue ReadingMaritime Law in context of charter parties and its implications
The carriage of goods by sea is in the most, guided by Maritime Law and the principles of charter-parties. With international economic reliance placed …
Continue ReadingMaritime Law Jones Act and what does it imply?
This article explores the doctrines and principles proclaimed by the Jones Act and the impact that this act has upon the maritime community.
Continue ReadingMaritime Law Torts - what is the definition and scope of tort?
Maritime law torts deal with wide ranging causes of action where aggrieved parties seek equitable remedies. The law of maritime to has evolved over …
Continue ReadingUnder Maritime Law what remedies are available to seamen?
There is no doubting that employment on sea going vessels can be hazardous. This articles touches upon remedies for seamen should they be injured …
Continue ReadingUnited Nations Law of the Sea Treaty
For centuries laws have been put in place to ensure the effective and safe management of those at sea. This article examines the development and …
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