Diesel Engines I-II-III

Diesel Engines I-II-III, now in its third edition by Kees Kuiken, is an essential technical reference for professionals working with diesel engines in maritime propulsion and power generation. This comprehensive three-part work is ideally suited for maritime training institutes, maritime universities, maintenance and reconditioning companies, shipping operators, insurance companies, classification bureaus, suppliers, engine manufacturers, dealers, and power plants. The book adopts a practical approach supported by extensive authentic graphic material and clear, detailed explanations. It covers vital topics such as common-rail systems, emissions, material properties, casting and forging techniques, vibrations, propeller dynamics, fuel issues, dual-fuel engine technology, reconditioning, and the regulations governing diesel engine testing. New content in this edition includes a fresh chapter on endoscopy and measurements, enhanced coverage of lubricating-oil analysis for gas, dual-fuel, and diesel engines, and a detailed look at two-stage turbocharging. Readers will also find insightful updates on the latest design developments in Wärtsilä X two-stroke crosshead engines, MAN B&W’s new design Mk 10 engines, extension speed control, slow steaming, and further information regarding engine manufacturers, emissions, current SECA and upcoming NECA regulations, as well as scrubbers and selective catalytic reduction systems. With an abundance of updated text and visuals - ninety percent of more than 2800 images are in colour - this edition delivers robust, practical knowledge for anyone engaged in the field of diesel engine technology.