Exam Question
With reference to hydraulic steering gears, sketch and describe each of the following:
(a) Single failure concept
(b) 100 Percent redundancy. (16)
Class 2 (2nd Engineer)
MEKG
📅 Sep 2024
Reference Answer
### (a) Single Failure Concept
**Definition and Regulatory Basis:**
The Single Failure Concept is a fundamental principle of marine engineering safety, mandated by **SOLAS Chapter II-1, Regulation 29.6**. It stipulates that the main steering gear must be designed and arranged so that after a single failure in its hydraulic piping system or in one of its power units, the defect can be isolated, and steering capability can be maintained or speedily regained.
**Core Principles:**
**Definition and Regulatory Basis:**
The Single Failure Concept is a fundamental principle of marine engineering safety, mandated by **SOLAS Chapter II-1, Regulation 29.6**. It stipulates that the main steering gear must be designed and arranged so that after a single failure in its hydraulic piping system or in one of its power units, the defect can be isolated, and steering capability can be maintained or speedily regained.
**Core Principles:**
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