Class 1 (Chief Engineer) Engineering Management 📅 Aug 2021

Exam Question

Periodical Lubricating oil analysis, its correct interpretation and corrective measures are of critical significance for the maintenance of marine machineries. With reference to the modern analysis techniques employed for the condition analysis of LO, discuss the following:

(a) Elemental (Spectrometric) Analysis

(b) Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy

(d) Base Number Vs Acid Number

Reference Answer

### Lubricating Oil Analysis Techniques
Modern lubricating oil analysis is a cornerstone of predictive and condition-based maintenance for marine machinery. It provides a non-invasive method to assess the health of both the lubricant and the machinery it protects. The following sections detail the significance, interpretation, and corrective actions associated with key analysis techniques.
**(a) Elemental (Spectrometric) Analysis**
**Concept:**

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