Ship Automation for Marine Engineers and ETOs

Written by an industry expert, this publication covers every essential aspect of onboard automated systems.This third edition has been fully updated to include advances in marine automation and the wide variety of modern electrical appliances. It describes the features of different onboard circuits and the essential maintenance tasks to help prevent malfunctions and breakdowns. It also demonstrates how to approach troubleshooting in an efficient manner, so that beginners in electrical engineering can quickly gain a level of proficiency and professionals may greatly enhance their troubleshooting skills. The guide is illustrated throughout with circuit diagrams, component schematics and case study photographs taken on board during modern fleet inspections.

Recognised by The Canadian Ministry of Transportation as one of the publications recommended for ETO education in Canada, this guide will benefit:

• Management level marine engineers
• operational level marine engineers
• ETOs at any level of professionalism
• engineering cadets
• electrical engineering cadets.

Part One
Preface to the Third Edition

How to Read Electrical Diagrams

Control Elements and Electrical Symbols

Relays and Contactors

Overload Relays

Circuit Protection Measures

Rotary Switches, Selector Switches and Changeover Switches

Time Delay Relays (Timer Relays)

Protection and Monitoring Relays

Three-phase Induction Motors

Motor Starters

Part Two

Power Generation and Distribution on Board a Ship

High Voltage Systems

Step-down and Step-up Transformers

Generator Neutral Systems

Insulation Resistance Monitoring on AC and DC Networks

Synchronous Brushless Generators

Programmable Logic Controllers

Process Monitoring Sensors

Intrinsic Safety

Automatic Fire Alarm Systems

Backup Power Supply

Navigation and Signal Lights

Onboard Illumination

Electrical Safety Practice on Board

Electrical Tools and Troubleshooting Techniques

Spare Parts Management

Appendices

Appendix 1 - How to Read Electrical Diagrams
Appendix 2 - European Electrical Diagram Symbols
Appendix 2.1 - Difference between NEMA and IEC Standardised Electrical Symbols
Appendix 3 - Contactor Terms and Ratings
Appendix 4 - Rated Currents of Three-phase Induction Motors
Appendix 4.1-4.7 - Time Relay Definitions and Variations
Appendix 5 - Rating of Cables
Appendix 5.x - Induction Motor Standards (NEMA/IEC)
Appendix 6 - Conversions and Prefixes
Appendix 7 - Thermocouple Reference Tables
Appendix 8 - Marine Classification Societies Electrical Components Approval

Witherbys

Witherbys titles are developed using scripts developed by technical experts that are peer reviewed within work groups. Typically, they seek to improve understanding of the regulations, recommendations and guidelines issued by Industry.

Witherbys staff have significant expertise in the fields of navigation and hazardous cargoes as well as in the presentation of complex subjects in a graphic and easy to understand manner.

Alexandr Yakimchuk

Alexandr Yakimchuk has over 30 years’ experience in marine automation. He graduated from State Maritime Academy in 1987 and has a Master’s degree in Marine Automation and Electrical Installations Engineering. He gained sea experience on board cruise liners, rising to the position of Chief Electrical Engineer.

In 1997, Alexandr moved to a German ship management company with a fleet of over 40 container and heavy lift vessels. He became superintendent for automation in 2000 and undertakes inspections, repairs, and regular and emergency online troubleshooting tasks for the company managed fleet.

Alexandr is also a part-time interactive training developer and a trainer for Marlow Navigation – he has personally trained over 2,500 marine engineers. He has extensive experience in 2D and 3D CG and modelling, as well as circuit simulation skills. Alexandr works with a few training centres in Odessa and also manages emergency troubleshooting cases for various German shipowners. He has worked with Witherby Publishing Group since 2010 as an author and marine automation consultant.

IMarEST

IMarEST is the first Institute to bring together marine engineers, scientists and technologists into one international multi-disciplinary professional body. Here you will find all the information you need about who we are, what we do and why we do it.

You can also find out how IMarEST is governed, learn about the history of IMarEST, founded in 1889, and discover how our associated charity, The Guild of Benevolence, works to support those in the marine community requiring financial support.

https://www.imarest.org/about-imarest