Exam Question
(a) With a aid of a sketch briefly describe the important structural parts of 2-Stroke main Engine? How are different structural parts held together? (10)
(b) What is the function of Cross Head Guides? (6)
Class 4 (4th Engineer)
MEKM
📅 Aug 2025
Reference Answer
### Part (a): Structural Parts of a 2-Stroke Main Engine & Assembly (10 Marks)
A large, low-speed, 2-stroke marine diesel engine is constructed from several key stationary structural components that must withstand immense forces from combustion and rotating masses. These components form a rigid framework to maintain the alignment of moving parts and transmit forces to the ship's hull.
#### Important Structural Parts
1. **Bedplate**:
A large, low-speed, 2-stroke marine diesel engine is constructed from several key stationary structural components that must withstand immense forces from combustion and rotating masses. These components form a rigid framework to maintain the alignment of moving parts and transmit forces to the ship's hull.
#### Important Structural Parts
1. **Bedplate**:
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