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JULY 2022
2207 MEKM

EXAMINATION OF MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER


Function: Marine Engineering at Management Level
MARINE ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGE (MOTOR)
M.E.O. CLASS II
TIME ALLOWED - 3 HOURS
Total Marks - 100
INDIA (2022)

Instructions:
1. Answer SIX questions only.
2. All Questions carry equal marks
3. Neatness in handwriting and clarity in expression carries weightage
4. Illustration of an Answer with clear sketches /diagram carries weightage
5. All unused pages of the answer script must be cancelled out by two lines (X) across the page

Q1. A. Describe how a crankpin bearing of a 2 stroke main propulsion engine is opened up for inspection;
B. Which half of the bearing is subject to greater wear?
C. What are the various causes of wear down of the bearing.
2014/SR07 2016/SR03 2016/SR09 2017/SR12 2018/SR03 2020/DEC/Q6 2022/JUL/Q1

Q2. Unit injection is being widely used in many electronically controlled engines. Describe any one such system.
What are its advantage compared to the conventional systems?
2022/JUL/Q2

Q3. Maine diesel engines run on the diesel cycle. With the introduction of natural gas as marine fuel, Otto cycle is
also employed in some engines. Explain the difference between the two cycles and elaborate on the suitability of
natural gas a fuel in such engines
2022/JUL/Q3

Q4. Referring to latest developments in Turbo charger application in marine diesel engines, write short notes on
the following:-
(a) Power turbines Generators.
(b) Hybrid Turbo Chargers.
(c) Electro-assist Turbo chargers.
2022/JUL/Q4

Q5. The analysis of oil may be used as a method of monitoring the condition of the equipment that it lubricates;
A. Explain briefly how shore analysts might test the oil;
B. State the type of information that would be expected;
C. Give possible reasons for an excess of: -
i. Iron, ii. Copper, iii. Antimony, iv. Tin, v. Silica.
2014/SR06 2011/SR3 2015/SR10 2016/SR01 2017/SR02 2018/SR01 2022/JUL/Q5

Q6. Selective Catalytic Reactors (SCR) are being extensively used in marine diesel engines for the compliance of
Tier-III NOx emission requirements. Explain various types of SCRs in use with particular focus one the following:-
(a) High pressure SCRs (HPSCR) Vs Low Pressure SCRs (LPSCR)

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(b) SCRs with static mixers.
(c) SCRs installed upstream the turbocharger(s) Vs downstream turbochargers.
2022/JUL/Q6

Q7. During morning inspection after an overnight period of UMS operation the following changes were detected:
(a) A sight but perceptible change in engine noise
(b) An alternation in engine speed.
(c) A change in exhaust temperature spread pattern.
Explain, with reasons, the possible causes of each such changes, indicating how normal operations might be
restored.
2022/JUL/Q7

Q8. Explain the reason, why the modern camshaft-less engines are known as intelligent engines. Describe briefly,
the advantages and reliability of such an engine in comparison with the conventional marine diesel engines.
2022/JUL/Q8

Q9. (a) Explain the principles behind de-rating a ship propulsion engine and the benefits. Can a derated engine be
run at full power? If yes, under what conditions?
(b) Briefly explain approved procedures for de-rating of an existing propulsion engine.
2022/JUL/Q9

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