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SR.NO. MEKM - 2406
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 (2024)
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. State answering from the backside of the front cover page.
6. Blank pages if any, to be struck by (X) at the end of each question.
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Q1. How are large slow speed engines structured to withstand the following forces?
A. Forces due to combustion load; (6)
B. Guide forces. (5)
C. Inertia forces. (5)
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2017/SR02 2018/SR01 2018/SR07 2022/JAN/Q8 2023/NOV/Q5 2024/JUN/Q1
Q2. a) Sketch and describe Main Engine starting air distributor. (8)
b) List the safety devices and interlocks incorporated in main engine air starting system and state the
purpose of each. (8)
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2016/SR07 2017/SR07 2018/SR07 2018/NOV 2018/DEC 2019/MAR 2019/JUN
2019/SEP 2019/DEC 2020/JAN 2020/OCT/Q6 2020/NOV/Q6 2020/DEC/Q2 2021/APR/Q9
2021/DEC/Q9 2022/MAR/Q2 2022/APR/Q5 2023/JUNE/Q8 2023/AUG/Q3 2024/JUN/Q2
Q3. a) Describe with the aid of a sketch the construction of a single collar thrust bearing. (6)
b) Explain the principle on which it works. (5)
c) Explain how you would take the essential clearances and explain the significance of them. (5)
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Q4. Fatigue is one of the main causes of crankshaft failure.
A. Sketch and indicate the most likely location of a fatigue crack; (4)
B. How is a fatigue failure identified; (4)
C. Describe initiation of a fatigue crack; (4)
D. Sketch and Describe the methods used to inhibit fatigue cracks. (4)
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Q5. a) Outline the problems associated with effective lubrication of the liner and piston assembly of a
large slow speed engine. (6)
b) What are the causes of cloverleafing and micro seizure. (5)
c) Explain the composition of a cylinder oil suitable for an engine operating on residual fuel. (5)
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Q6. With reference to Bridge control of a large slow speed propulsion engine.
A. How is starting and reversing achieved? (8)
B. Investigate and suggest remedial action required if the engine, (8)
(i) Fails to turn on air.
(ii) Turns on air but fails to fire on fuel.
(iii) Fails to reverse.
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2018/NOV 2018/DEC 2019/JUN 2019/SEP 2020/JAN 2020/DEC/Q1 2021/FEB/Q5 2021/APR/Q3
2021/OCT/Q2 2022/JAN/Q6 2022/APR/Q3 2022/JUN/Q2 2023/MAR/Q8 2024/JUN/Q6
Q7. With reference to mechanical/hydraulic governors explain: (16)

A. Why flyweights are driven at a higher rotational speed than the engine
B. How dead band effects are reduced.
C. How hunting is reduced.
D. How the output torque is increased.
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2016/SR7 2016/SR10 2017/SR09 2017/SR10 2018/SR02 2018/SR04 2018/SR07
2018/SR08 2018/SR09 2018/NOV 2019/JAN 2019/FEB 2019/MAR 2020/JAN
2020/NOV/Q8 2022/MAR/Q5 2022/JUN/Q6 2023/MAR/Q4 2024/JUN/Q7
Q8. With reference to medium speed engine cylinder liners:

A. Explain the cause and effects of polishing or glazing. (6)
B. Sketch and describe fitting of an anti-polishing ring in the liner. (5)
C. Explain the action of anti-polishing ring during the operation of the engine. (5)
2009/SR7 2008/EMG 2011/SR1 2012/SR1 2012/SR4 2012/SR9 2013/SR4
2013/SR7 2013/SR09 2013/SR10 2013/SR11 2014/SR02 2014/SR9 2014/SR11
2015/SR01 2015/SR03 2015/SR04 2016/SR07 2016/SR10 2017/SR07 2017/SR09
2018/SR02 2018/SR04 2018/SR07 2018/NOV 2020/DEC/Q5 2021/MAR/Q6 2021/JUL/Q8
2022/JAN/Q7 2024/JUN/Q8
Q9. With reference to piston rings: (16)

a) Analyze the causes of breakage.
b) How maintenance and engine operation can minimize breakage.
c) Explain the possible consequences with respect to performance and safety of operating the engine
with broken or severely worn rings.
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EXAMINATION OF MARINE ENGINEER OFFICER

Q7. With reference to mechanical/hydraulic governors explain: (16)

Q8. With reference to medium speed engine cylinder liners:

Q9. With reference to piston rings: (16)

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