Maritime Engineering

What is Buoyancy? Buoyancy is a fundamental concept that allows ships to float and navigate the vast oceans. Despite their massive size and weight, ships remain afloat due to the […]

Fire on ships is a serious hazard that can lead to catastrophic damage, endanger lives, and threaten the vessel’s safety. To mitigate risks, ships are equipped with fire safety systems, […]

Refrigeration systems on commercial ships play an essential role in the global trade of perishable goods, providing critical temperature control for food, pharmaceuticals, and other sensitive products during transit. This […]

The propulsion of ships is a critical aspect of maritime engineering, encompassing the systems and technologies that propel marine vessels across water. The evolution of ship propulsion systems is marked […]

Navigational safety is paramount in maritime operations, with steering gear systems being the helm of maneuverability for vessels. Steering gear systems, sophisticated in design and critical in function, are integral […]

We sincerely appreciate the support of the Engine Room Simulator at the DITEN Department of the University of Genoa (UNIGE) for providing the foundational information and simulator screenshots for this article. Originally developed […]

Marine propulsion is the mechanism or system used to generate thrust to move a watercraft through water. While paddles and sails are still used on some smaller boats, most modern […]

Fire pumps on ships are essential components of a ship’s firefighting system, designed to assist the crew in combating emergency fire situations. These pumps, commonly referred to as Marine FiFi […]

The management of sludge and bilge water aboard ships is a critical aspect of maritime operations, governed by stringent international regulations to prevent pollution. This article delves into the production, […]

The International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships,  MARPOL, is a key international marine environmental convention aimed at minimizing pollution of the oceans and seas from ships. This […]