What is IMSBC CODE and Solid Bulk Cargo ?
The main legislation governing safe carriage of solid bulk cargoes is ; International Maritime Solid Bulk Cargoes (IMSBC) Code, which became mandatory on January 1, 2011, under the SOLAS Convention.…
What are requirements for Nozzle as per SOLAS ? – MarineGyaan
Page 1 of 2 Prev Next NOZZLES :- Every ship which is required under these rules to be provided with fire pumps operated by power shall be provided with nozzle…
What is difference between simple derrick and jumbo derrick?
Simple derrick comes in size ranging from 2- 20 tons SWL, jumbo derricks comes in size ranging from 20-50 tons.
Exercise 12
On 6th March 1992, AM at ship in DR 240 12’S 830 46’E, the azimuth of the star ALTAIR was 0780(C) at 10h 38m 40s chron time. If chron error…
What is operating angle of derrick in Union Purchase?
The operating angle of derrick ship preferably not less than 30 degree to the horizontal and no circumstances should it be less than 15 degrees.
What are requirements of Watertight Door as per SOLAS ?
(1) In every cargo ship in which watertight doors are provided to maintain the watertight integrity of a bulkhead or deck, every such door shall be made of suitable material…
What is velocity-ratio?
It is the ratio of velocity of effort is to velocity of load or distance effort moves is to distance load moves. Velocity Ratio is also equal to: ‘n’ when…
What is Collision Bulkheads and its Use ? – MarineGyaan
Page 1 of 2 Prev Next Collision bulkheads — (1) Every ship shall be fitted with a collision bulkhead, which shall be watertight upto, the freeboard deck. This bulkhead shall…
What is the difference between Tackle & Purchase?
A purchase is a mechanical device by means of which an applied pull or force is increased; it may be a system of levers, a system of revolving drums or…
What are types of class of ship as per Indian Rules and Regulations ?
Following are types of class of ship as per Indian rules and regulations : Class I – Indian Cargo ships engaged on international voyages. Class II – Indian Cargo ships…
