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Marine diesel engines are internal combustion engines that use heavy fuel oil and compressed air to generate power. Within the larger system, the main engine is used for propulsion while the auxiliary engine generates electricity for the ship. Additionally, marine diesel engines work on the principle of the dual combustion cycle; similar to engines used in many modern cars, this may include a four-stroke cycle involving intake, compression, power, and exhaust. However, due to the combustive nature of heavy fuel oil used in diesel engines, the combustion cycle may also be confined to two strokes wherein the compression of hot air and diesel fuel is enough to cause the mixture to self-ignite.  Read more >>

Modern electronic assemblies are often quite complex, featuring a wide variety of parts that work together to establish functionality. Many of these various parts are often known by acronyms to simplify discussion, though this can cause issues when acronyms and parts are fairly similar to one another. An example of this is the printed wiring board (PWB), that of which may be conflated with a printed circuit board (PCB) as a result of their close names. Despite this, there is a difference between the two, making it important that one has a basic understanding of printed wiring boards, their design, and their use. Read more >>

When working with electronics, systems will not always run on the same type of voltage. As such, many applications in which electrical circuits are employed also require the addition of a voltage transformer. This is a component used to convert voltages from one level to another. Whether in power transmission or other electronic equipment, voltage transformers are important part types across a myriad of applications. For your better knowledge, this blog will explore some of the more popular uses for voltage transformers. Read more >>

As the marine propulsion systems/engine market is gaining considerable traction for the ability to power massive cargo ships, it is only becoming more apparent that the demand for these sustainable engines is on the rise. Marine propulsion systems propel ships through water, ensuring a better safety standard for the marine ecosystem and cost efficiency. With the intent to fight pollution, worldwide emission reduction goals have been set for the maritime sector that can be achieved with such systems. Read more >>

Motherboards serve as the backbone upon which the various computer components may be installed. This central architecture allows each device to communicate with each other. When building any computing device, the quality and capacity of the motherboard is often the biggest factor, given its role in determining compatibility with other components. It can be confusing to navigate the countless motherboard options since there are many manufacturers, price levels, and performance specifications. In this blog, we will discuss the various factors that should be considered when choosing a motherboard. Read more >>