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08/20/2024

The engines powering the world's largest ships are marvels of modern engineering, showcasing immense size, power, and efficiency. These engines can measure up to 44 feet in height and 87 feet in length, making them as tall as a four-story building and as long as a small apartment block.

Weighing around 2,300 tons, the equivalent of approximately 1,000 medium-sized cars, these colossal engines are capable of producing over 107,000 horsepower. This immense power allows large container ships to maintain speeds of up to 25 knots (about 29 mph), ensuring timely global delivery of goods.

Fuel consumption is equally staggering. At full operation, these engines can consume around 250 tons of heavy fuel oil (HFO) daily. Despite this high fuel usage, modern marine engines are designed for maximum efficiency, incorporating advanced electronic control systems to optimize fuel consumption and reduce harmful emissions.

08/20/2024

A New York City police officer poses hanging in Times Square, 1920.

08/19/2024

Why are there grooves in the pistons of ship engines?

Grooves in the pistons of ship engines are designed to hold piston rings, which are essential for engine efficiency. These rings seal the combustion chamber to prevent gas leakage, maintain compression, aid in heat transfer from the piston to the cylinder walls, and regulate oil flow for lubrication. Proper clearance in the grooves ensures that the rings can expand and contract with thermal changes without seizing, which is critical for maintaining engine performance and longevity.

08/19/2024

USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) leaves dry dock, begins second phase of Refueling and Complex Overhaul
The USS John C. Stennis, a US Navy Nimitz-class aircraft carrier, is undergoing a major refueling and complex overhaul (RCOH) to extend its service life and upgrade its capabilities. The RCOH involves refueling the ship's nuclear reactors, replacing/upgrade systems, and modernizing equipment. The ship has completed the first phase and is now in the second phase, which includes reassembling systems, installing new equipment, and upgrading combat systems. The second phase is expected to take several years to complete.

08/18/2024

Russian Slava-class Cruiser Moskva back in 2012. She is now infamous for killing the defenders of Snake Island in a bombardment of her guns. May she soon founder.

08/18/2024

US Marines from Battalion Landing Team 1/4 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit onboard USS Green bay,

08/18/2024

Crew members of the USS Long Beach (CGN-9) haul in the high line from the USS Sacramento (AOE-1) while operating in the South China Sea, June 1967.

08/18/2024

Lifelong friends reunited some 50 years later. MACV-SOG John Stryker Meyer and Lynne M. Black Jr.

08/18/2024

WWI Veterans marched on Washington for promised payment in 1932

08/18/2024

Titanic leaves port in 1912

08/18/2024

Hawke is perhaps most famous for colliding with Titanic's twin sister, Olympic, in September 1911.

The two ships were on parallel tracks in the Solent when the Hawke suddenly turned towards Olympic. Hawke was unable to stop and her armoured bow crashed into the side of Olympic causing serious damage to the liner but no injuries. Hawke suffered major damage with her bow crushed, and could have been lost, but she was able to make it to port.

Olympic returned to Southampton to offload passengers and make emergency repairs but she had to return to her makers at Harland and Wolff in Belfast for drydocking and the replacement of a propellor shaft. Crews who were busy completing her sister ship were diverted to fixing Olympic which meant there were delays to the completion of Titanic. Six weeks of repairs created massive costs for White Star who were already spending heavily on the three new super liners and had to find replacement vessels to fill their service. Ironically, the fact Olympic survived the collision and flooding of two of her compartments only increased public perceptions that these giant new ships were entirely safe.

The Royal Navy blamed Olympic for the accident which was held up by the Court of Inquiry, blaming the enormous displacement of water around the liner for drawing in the much smaller warship. The case eventually went all the way to the House of Lords who ruled against White Star - though I can't see what punishment the company received - anyone?

08/18/2024

US. Navy 🫡🇺🇸⚓️. The Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS George Washington CVN-73 departs Naval Station Norfolk, April 25, 2024, for a deployment to the U.S. Southern Command area of operations as part of Southern Seas 2024. Following Southern Seas, George Washington is slated to relieve USS Ronald Reagan CVN-76 as the forward-deployed naval forces aircraft carrier in Yokosuka, Japan. April 25, 2024. 🇺🇸⚓️🫡

08/18/2024

US. Navy 🫡🇺🇸⚓️. Sailors man the rails on USS John C. Stennis' CVN-74 flight deck as the ship gets underway for a regularly scheduled deployment. Providing a combat-ready force to protect and defend collective maritime interests, Stennis is operating in the U.S. 3rd Fleet area of operations for a Western Pacific deployment. Jan. 15, 2016. ⚓️🇺🇸🫡

08/17/2024

A Russian Typhoon-class submarine, the largest submarine ever built, surfaces alongside a Kirov-class battlecruiser. The Typhoon-class, developed during the Cold War, remains an engineering marvel with its immense size and ballistic missile capabilities. Photo credit: Evgeniy Kel.

08/17/2024

Following the end of World War II in May 1945, numerous German U-boats were left incomplete and abandoned at the Blohm and Voss shipyard in Hamburg. These submarines, which were intended to be used by the German Navy during the war, were left in various stages of construction due to the Allied bombing campaign on the shipyard and the collapse of the N**i regime.

The incomplete U-boats at Blohm and Voss were eventually seized by the Allied forces and either scrapped or sunk as part of post-war disarmament efforts. Some of the unfinished submarines were salvaged and completed by the Allies for their own use, while others were simply left to rust away in the shipyard.

The legacy of the incomplete U-boats at Blohm and Voss serves as a reminder of the destruction and waste caused by war, as well as the impact it had on the German naval industry. Today, the remnants of these abandoned submarines are a haunting reminder of the dark chapter in history that was World War II.

08/17/2024

Diesel-electric cruise ship engine
Almost all new ships feature a diesel-electric propulsion form. On these ships, main engines are not connected to propeller shafts, and instead of it they are directly connected to big generators in order to produce electricity, which is sent in turn to electric motors, that then power and help turn the propellers. The main advantage of the diesel-electric cruise ship engine systems is efficiency as they allow main engines to operate near the most efficient speed, no matter if the ship is moving at 5 or 25 knots.
Losing electrical power is devastating to ships. Main engines and generators require electricity and it's needed to keep them going. Pumps that are driven electrically take in cold ocean water to cool the engines and electrical pumps get fuel from fuel tanks and supply it to the engine. Electrical power is vital for many operational functions - without it, ships come to a halt.
Large equipment (propulsion motor, bow thrusters) requires electricity of high voltage. As for smaller machinery (cabin lights, galley equipment), the electricity goes through the transformer and is thus stepped down into lower voltage. Large cables snake through all the ships to distribute electrical power. They carry power from generators to switchboards, through passageways, public rooms, crew and passenger cabins. Cabling can be a weak point in the distribution system. If the electrical cables aren't truly redundant, even ships that feature two engine rooms suffer power failure.
While ships are docked, generators and main engines produce more power than needed. They are turned off in port, and smaller generators supply "hotel" loads (lights, air-conditioning, galley, etc.). Moving through water takes up the vast majority of the ship's power needs - about 85% of all the diesel-electric powerplant production is consumed by the propulsion system. The above photo is of the Vista-class Carnival cruise ship engine room. The engine type is "MAN 2 times; 14V48/60CR" (common-rail diesel injection system)

08/17/2024

The RMS Olympic, the lead ship of the Olympic-class liners, was equipped with a unique propulsion system that featured three large propellers. The two outer or "wing" propellers were each three-bladed and measured 23 feet 6 inches in diameter. These wing propellers were made of cast steel bosses with bronze blades, designed for maximum efficiency. The pitch of these propellers was originally set at 33 feet but was later increased to 34 feet 6 inches following a refit in November 1911.

The central propeller, which was driven by a low-pressure turbine, initially had four blades and was constructed from manganese bronze with a diameter of 16 feet 6 inches. However, during a 1912-1913 refit, this propeller was replaced with a three-bladed one in an effort to improve performance. This change mirrored similar modifications made to her sister ship, Titanic, though Titanic had a slightly larger central propeller with a diameter of 17 feet.

Olympic's propeller configuration was critical in achieving her service speed of 21 knots, and these propellers underwent various modifications over her service life to optimize her performance and efficiency.

08/16/2024

Kjeungskjær Lighthouse, located on a tiny skerry off Ørlandet in Trøndelag county, Norway, is an octagonal stone tower built in 1880. The 20-metre high lighthouse is painted red and features a Fresnel lens, which has been in use since 1906. It was automated in 1987, and its last lighthouse keeper left that same year. Before automation, the lighthouse keeper and his family lived there, sometimes even with a private teacher for the children.

This lighthouse serves as an important navigational aid, helping ships navigate the busy shipping lane at Bjungfjord where the Trondheimsfjord meets the North Sea. It can emit white, red, or green light depending on the direction, and it is visible for up to 8 nautical miles. The Kjeungen Lighthouse Association now maintains the interior of the lighthouse, and it is open for visitors who can even rent the keeper’s apartment for longer stays. The lighthouse is also a significant site for bird conservation and a popular destination for lighthouse enthusiasts and tourists.

08/16/2024

How Large is the USS Gerald R. Ford, the Largest Aircraft Carrier in the World?

- Length 1,092 ft (333 m) - 1,106 ft (337 m)
- Beam 134 ft (41 m) (waterline) 256 ft (78 m) (flight deck)
- Height 250 ft (76 m)
- Installed power Two Bechtel A1B PWR nuclear reactors, HEU 93.5%

The USS Gerald R. Ford (CVN-78) is the lead ship of the Gerald R. Ford class of nuclear-powered aircraft carriers operated by the United States Navy. It is the largest aircraft carrier in the world in terms of displacement and overall length.

08/16/2024

Navy sailors are allowed to swim in the ocean during designated events known as "swim calls." These events are a tradition where sailors can jump from the deck of their ship into the open ocean for relaxation and morale-boosting. Swim calls often occur during long deployments when the ship is in calm and safe waters. Sharpshooters and rescue boats are on standby to ensure the safety of the sailors, watching for sharks and preventing anyone from drifting too far from the ship.
The practice dates back to at least World War II and is still enjoyed by sailors today, offering a unique and memorable break from the rigors of naval service. Ships across the U.S. Navy fleet, including aircraft carriers and submarines, participate in these swim calls, providing sailors with a refreshing and enjoyable experience

08/16/2024

Queen Mary 2 (QM2), launched in 2004, is the flagship of the Cunard Line and the world's only operational ocean liner. Designed for transatlantic crossings, she was built at the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in France. QM2 is 1,132 feet long and has a gross tonnage of 149,215, making her one of the largest passenger ships in the world. Her construction involved using 40% more steel than a standard cruise ship to withstand the harsh conditions of the North Atlantic.

QM2 is powered by a unique propulsion system combining four diesel engines and two gas turbines, driving four electric propulsion pods. This setup allows the ship to achieve speeds of over 30 knots, faster than most cruise ships.

The ship offers luxurious accommodations, including staterooms and suites with ocean views, and boasts an array of amenities such as 15 restaurants and bars, five swimming pools, a casino, a theater, and the first planetarium at sea. QM2 also features the largest ballroom at sea and hosts themed Gala Nights, continuing Cunard’s tradition of elegance.

In 2016, QM2 underwent a major refurbishment known as the "QM2 Remastered" project, which modernized her interiors while preserving her art deco heritage. The refit included new dining options, re-upholstered cabins, and redesigned public spaces, enhancing her status as a symbol of maritime luxury.

08/15/2024

US. Navy 🫡🇺🇸⚓️. U.S. Navy Sailors prepare to man the rails of the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz CVN-68. Nimitz arrives in San Diego concluding a seven-month deployment to U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleet areas of operations (AO). Nimitz’s presence in U.S. 3rd and 7th Fleet AOs reinforced the United States’ commitment to fly, sail and operate wherever international law allows in support of a free and open Indo-Pacific region. June 28, 2023. 🫡⚓️🇺🇸

08/15/2024

US. Navy 🫡🇺🇸⚓️. Sailors man the rails aboard the amphibious assault ship USS Wasp LHD-1 as the ship returns to Sasebo, Japan, following a routine patrol in the Indo-Pacific region. Wasp, which served as the flagship for the Wasp Expeditionary Strike Group, has been operating with the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit for nearly two months, building interoperability with Marine counterparts and proficiency in F-35B Lightning II flight operations. April 26, 2018. 🫡⚓️

08/15/2024

US. Navy 🫡🇺🇸⚓️. Sailors aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz CVN-68 man the rails as the ship passes underneath the Golden Gate Bridge. Nimitz departed Naval Station Everett, Wash., May 24 for a tiger cruise and arrived in San Francisco to celebrate the 75th anniversary of the opening of the Golden Gate Bridge. 05.27.2012. ⚓️🇺🇸🫡

08/15/2024

US. Navy 🫡🇺🇸⚓️. Sailors man the rails as the Nimitz-class aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman CVN-75 departs Naval Station Norfolk as part of the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group deployment in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th Fleet areas of responsibility. April 11, 2018. ⚓️🇺🇸🫡

08/15/2024

US. Navy 🫡🇺🇸⚓️. Sailors man the rails aboard the aircraft carrier USS Nimitz CVN-68 at Naval Base Kitsap-Bremerton, June 1, 2017. Nimitz is preparing to get underway toward Naval Air Station North Island where they will join Carrier Air Wing 11, Destroyer Squadron 9 and the rest of Carrier Strike Group 11 to depart on a regularly scheduled deployment. June 1, 2017. 🇺🇸⚓️🫡

08/15/2024

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