95MEKM-4

Sr. No. 10
EXAMINATION OF MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER
Function: Marine Engineering at Operational Level
MARINE ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGE (MOTOR)

India (2002)

M.E.O. Class IV
(Time allowed - 3hours)
Afternoon Paper

Total Marks 100

NB : (1)All Questions are Compulsory

(2)All Questions carry equal marks
(3)Neatness in handwriting and clarity in expression carries weightage
(4) Illustration of an Answer with clear sketches / diagrams carries weightage.
1. What is " Open loop & Close Loop? Discuss the relative advantage of each.
Sketch a practical close loop system and describe the loop explaining the meaning of the
terms (a) Servo-motor
(b) Feedback
(c) Sensor Element.
2. With reference to main thrust block arrangements:
(a) Explain how the tilting pads assist in the formation of an oil wedge;
(b) If upon inspection the pad faces are found to be scored describe the action to be
taken;
(c) Explain how thrust clearance may be measured stating typical values;
(d) State why thrust clearance is critical;
(e) Describe the handing arrangement on a vessel fitted with a fixed pitch propeller.
3. Explain with the aid of sketches, the cycle of operation of either a free piston or an
open cycle gas turbine installation. Discuss its advantages and limitations as the main
means of propulsion on a ship as compared to conventional marine machinery.
4. With reference to the treatment of water for auxiliary boilers:
(a) State the major risks from:
(i) hard water;
(ii) soft water;
(b) Describe FIVE principle boiler water tests stating the reason for EACH;
(c) State why regular blow down and freshening of the contents of a boiler is essential.
5. Explain briefly how the different parts of a shafting are subjected to various stresses.

6. With reference to engine inlet and exhaust valves:

(a) State why tappet clearance is essential and why it must be periodically checked.
(b) List with reasons the likely consequences of excessive and insufficient tappet
clearance.
(c) State how carbon build-up can occur during engine running and indicate the
possible effects on cylinder performance.
7. State with reasons which one of the following courses of action would most help to
correct a pronounced discoloration of the lubricating oil:
(a) "freshen up" from reserve tanks,
(b) Increase purifier throughput,
(c) Increase frequency of filter pack cleaning,
(d) Overhaul piston rod stuffing boxes,
(e) Check tank top integrity of sump tank.
8. Reference to turbo charging explain:
(a) How removable element air filters are cleaned, mentioning the precautions taken
during the operation,
(b) Why air coolers are used in conjunction with turbo chargers,
(c) Why excessive cooling of the air should be avoided.
9. Cooling water pumps driven by direct reversing diesel engines are usually of the
straight impeller vane type pump with a concentric housing to ____________.
(A) provide cooling water flow when the engine is running either ahead or
astern
(B) provide the greatest pump efficiency
(C) prevent pump clogging from marine growth
(D) prevent cavitation at the pump outlet
Briefly Justify your Answer
10. The lube oil cooler is located after the lube oil filter in order for _____________.
(A) the filter to operate more efficiently
(B) the lube oil cooler to be bypassed
(C) positive lube oil pump suction to be assured
(D) galvanic action in the cooler to be minimized
Briefly Justify your Answer
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95MEKM-4
Sr. No. 10
EXAMINATION OF MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER
Function: Marine Engineering at Operational Level
MARINE ENGINEERING KNOWLEDGE (MOTOR)

India (2002)

M.E.O. Class IV
(Time allowed - 3hours)
Afternoon Paper

Total Marks 100

NB : (1)All Questions are Compulsory

(2)All Questions carry equal marks
(3)Neatness in handwriting and clarity in expression carries weightage

Answers
Answer for Question No. 9
Answer for Question No. 10

Correct Answer : A
Correct Answer : A