Propulsion Transmission System Design
Advanced Marine Enterprises, Inc. propulsion transmission system engineering knowledge covers the design of every component of the system, from the reduction gear input coupling to the propeller shafting. This knowledge provides us with the ability to define design requirements, design or select system components, and perform failure analysis. Our design experience extends from the conceptual level to detail design and operational problem solving. In addition to the design of system hardware, we have the capability to define operational requirements and develop the design of the necessary auxiliary support systems.
In order to remain current with shafting system design technology, our staff includes members of the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers T & R Panel M-16 (Modernization of Propulsion Shaft System) and it's Subcommittee on Couplings.
Tribology
Advanced Marine Enterprises, Inc. Engineering Staff's knowledge of Tribology (the science of wear and lubrication) can provide you with expert guidance on the selection and analysis of gears, couplings, bearings, seals, and lubricants. This knowledge can help you find the correct lubrication solution when dealing with today's continuously changing technology in impacted areas such as environment and as well as additives and longer ship lives. Using the correct solution will ensure your customer is provided with machinery that is properly lubricated and environmentally friendly. The proper application of wear science also provides a rational basis for estimating machinery life as well as optimizing material selection and extending service life over those normally specified.
Diesel Engine Analysis
The Marine Engineering Staff at Advanced Marine Enterprises, Inc. provides a broad background in diesel engines. Corporate experience extends from engine concept evaluation through the details of re-engining and technical support to customers with in-service engines. In addition to our own engineering staff, Advanced Marine Enterprises has access to a staff of consultants capable of providing detailed engine analysis on all aspects of diesel engine design and installation ( one consultant having served as chief engineer for a major engine manufacturer). Analysis includes mechanical design issues such as crankshaft stress, piston movement, bearing analysis, lubrication, fuel injection and gear train design.
Installation requirements are well understood and exemplified by our experience with the re-engining design for the TAGS-39 research vessel. This included all aspects of changing large medium speed diesels, including the evaluation and/or redesign of foundations, fuel and lubrication systems, intake and exhaust systems, and cooling systems.
Advanced Marine Enterprise offers similar capabilities in the area of gas turbine engines, with installation design studies and machinery design making up a significant part of our U.S. Navy experience.
Electrical System Design
The knowledge of the Advanced Marine Enterprises Inc. electrical engineering staff covers a broad range of marine electrical applications. They have developed power, lighting and control systems for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard., and commercial ships. They have worked on interior communications (IC) and electronic systems and component selection. They have prepared electric load analyses for various types of ship designs from rough order of magnitude through final design for the selection of generator size. They are knowledgeable of the method of calculation for circuit sizing, short circuit current analysis, voltage drop and voltage dip, coordination of protective devices and lighting levels.
Firefighting System Design
Advanced Marine Enterprises, Inc.'s firefighting system engineering knowledge covers the design of every type of firefighting system. Advanced Marine's engineering staff has designed HALON, carbon dioxide, water sprinkling, foam sprinkling, and firemain systems in accordance with U.S. Coast Guard,National Fire Protection Association, Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS), and U.S. Navy standards. Our design for the firefighting system on the SEALIFT ships was innovative in that it satisfied Coast Guard safety concerns for carrying fully loaded tanker trucks containing JP-8. As part of this effort Advanced Marine developed a hazard analysis to provide the Coast Guard with the information needed to ensure that the refighting system would provide adequate protection for the Sealift ships because present Coast Guard rules do not cover the carriage of large numbers of tanker trucks.
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