Exam Question
What are the main functions of:
(a) Fore peak (4)
(b) After peak (4)
(c) Deep tank (4)
(d) Double bottom (4)
Give examples of liquid carried in these tanks
Class 4 (4th Engineer)
SC&S
📅 May 2024
Reference Answer
**(a) Fore Peak Tank**
The fore peak tank is a watertight compartment located in the extreme forward part of the ship, forward of the collision bulkhead, extending from the keel up to the main deck.
* **Main Functions:**
* **Collision Protection:** Its primary function is to act as a crucial protective barrier in the event of a frontal collision. Should the bow sustain damage, the collision bulkhead ensures that water ingress is contained within the fore peak, preventing flooding of adjacent cargo holds or machinery spaces, thereby preserving the ship's buoyancy and stability.
The fore peak tank is a watertight compartment located in the extreme forward part of the ship, forward of the collision bulkhead, extending from the keel up to the main deck.
* **Main Functions:**
* **Collision Protection:** Its primary function is to act as a crucial protective barrier in the event of a frontal collision. Should the bow sustain damage, the collision bulkhead ensures that water ingress is contained within the fore peak, preventing flooding of adjacent cargo holds or machinery spaces, thereby preserving the ship's buoyancy and stability.
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