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Diesel Engines / Steam Turbines

Posted on January 29, 2026January 29, 2026 By admin No Comments on Diesel Engines / Steam Turbines
Diesel Engines / Steam Turbines

Timing diagram of a two stroke diesel engines. Principle of operation of 2 stroke engine Description: Large 2 stroke diesel engine Crankshaft: Bedplate: Main Bearing Caps: Tie Rod: Crosshead Guides: Principle of operation of 2 stroke engine. Why is 2 stroke engines preferred for use as main propulsion engine? Principle: Operation / Stages Reason for…

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Scavenge Fire

Posted on September 22, 2025September 22, 2025 By admin No Comments on Scavenge Fire

Scavenge fires occur when oil and carbon particles from the engine cylinder accumulates in the scavenge space. For a fire to begin there must be combustible material, air to support combustion and source of heat at a temperature high enough to start combustion. A)  In case of scavenge fires, combustible material is oil. This oil…

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