Conversion of 3300 bhp engine in 12,250 dwc British Craftsman, which is first ship to be fitted with new system; with installation of accumulator pump and new air starting system, engine no longer requires maneuvering gear and shafts for ahead and astern operation; diagrams; speed trial data; vessel was built by Doxford in 1951. (see also Mar Engr and Naval Architect v 76 n 919 Aug 1953 p 311-6)


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    Title :

    Doxford accumulator injection system


    Additional title:

    Brit Motor Ship


    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1953


    Size :

    3 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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