Engr. Shafiul Bari
Marine Engineering Expert
Shafiul Bari is a seasoned Marine Engineer with extensive experience in ship design, maintenance, and marine propulsion systems. With a deep technical knowledge of ship engineering and a passion for advancing maritime technology, Shafiul shares practical insights and expert advice to help marine professionals and enthusiasts better understand the complexities of ship systems. Through his website, he aims to bridge the gap between technical theory and real-world application, fostering a community of informed and skilled maritime engineers. When not immersed in ship engines and technical manuals, Shafiul enjoys exploring the latest innovations in marine technology and mentoring aspiring marine engineers.
Articles by Engr. Shafiul Bari
Hatch covers and coamings:
→ Checking of the satisfactory operation of all mechanically operated hatch covers should be made. This includes- .1 stowage and securing in open condition. .2 proper fit and efficiency of sealing in closed condition; and .3 operational testing of hydraulic … Continue reading →
ESP : Enhanced Survey Program
ESP Code .esp bulk The history of the types of ships such as bulk carriers and tankers is filled with accidents and disasters, both of small-scale and big scale. Many of these accidents were a result of faulty machinery or lack of … Continue reading →
Solas Chapter 11
.maritime safety .11-1 .solas 11-1 .solas111 This chapter is all about enhancing maritime safety Chapter 11 -1: Special Measures to Enhance Maritime Safety Regulation 1 – Authorization of Recognized Organizations The Administration shall authorize organizations including classification societies, in accordance with … Continue reading →
Static electricity
.se .static electricity static electricity may happen in a chemical tanker in 5 different steps : 1. An electrostatic charge is generated in the liquid as it flows turbulently through the loading pipeline into the ship’~tank.In most liquids the charge … Continue reading →
Inert Gas System:
SOLAS regulations regarding Inert Gas Systems: IG Regulation MSC 98(73)→ components requirements System requirementsThe system capable of SOLAS Ch2-11→ inerting cargo tanks→ O2 < 8% by volume at any part of tank→ positive pressure except gas free→ no need air … Continue reading →
Cargo Pump Room Safety:
.cprs .cps .prs Ventilation system :- 1. cargo pump-rooms should be mechanically ventilated and the capacity should be 20 air changes per hour of the total volume of the pump-room. 2. the position of the vent outlet should be arranged … Continue reading →
SOLAS Chapter II-2 (SOLAS Chapter 2-2): Construction – Fire Protection, Fire Detection and Fire Extinguishing
Part B – Prevention of fire and Explosion: Regulation 5.10: Protection of Cargo pump rooms .cargo pump room .cprr .prr In tankers: .1 cargo pumps, ballast pumps and stripping pumps, installed in cargo pump- rooms and driven by shafts passing … Continue reading →
SOLAS REQUIREMENT OF BATTERY ROOMS (SOLAS CH : II-1 / Part : D / Reg:43)
.battery room As per the SOLAS CH : II-1 / Part: D / Reg:43 The main inlets and outlets of all ventilation systems shall be capable of being closed from outside the spaces being ventilated. The means of closing shall … Continue reading →
SOLAS Requirement for PMS (Power Management System)
.pms .solas pms .solaspms .pmssolas Automatic Power Management SOLAS mandates that modern ships, especially those with periodically unattended machinery spaces (PUMS), must be equipped with an automatic Power Management System This system is essential for: Blackout Prevention: One of the … Continue reading →