Design marine engineering

Until the 1990s, any discussion concerning the lubrication of marine engines would have included steam turbines but, due to the rapid escalation of fuel prices in the late 1970s, their use has been virtually discontinued. The improved design and... 

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Naval architects and marine engineers are called on to design many different types of ships. Each ship type has its own unique design requirements. The designers must consider many factors, including how deep the channels are in the intended ports of call, what type of cargo will be carried, and how time sensitive it is. Several examples are discussed below. 

Ship-design companies range in size from a single individual to companies employing hundreds of naval architects, marine engineers, and support personnel. A team of experts may spend a year or more... 

Most ship design is performed by companies that produce only the plans and specifications for a ship. The would-be shipowner takes these documents to one or more shipyards and invites bids for the actual construction. Shipyards also employ naval architects and marine engineers who deal with design issues that arise during the construction of a ship. 

Ships are designed by naval architecture and marine engineering companies such as Gibbs Cox, Alion, and Herbert Engineering. The final product of these companies is a set of drawings and specifications. The shipowner uses these to obtain bids from... 

Designers of shipboard steam enei systems may have degrees in mechanical engineering or marine engineering. These two fields are closely related. The designers are typically employed by firms specializing in naval architecture and marine engineering. 

Randall, R. E. 1997. Elements of Ocean Engineering. Jersey City, NJ Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers. This text addresses the application of engineering principles for the analysis, design, development, and management of marine systems. 

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