Essays about: "marine biofouling"

Found 2 essays containing the words marine biofouling.

1. 1. Super Duplex Stainless Steel Surfaces and their Effects on Marine Biofouling

   University essay from

   Author : Adrian Falk; [2017]
   Keywords : Marin tillväxt; superduplex; bottenfärg; havstulpaner;

   Abstract : Some of the world’s most ancient, but still viable, organisms have since the beginning of maritime caused problems for the industry. The problems affect both the longlivety and efficiency of ships which is caused by the mere presence of organisms attached to the ship hulls. READ MORE

3. 2. Problemet med marin påväxt och dess lösningar

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Fasta tillståndets fysik; Lunds universitet/Fysiska institutionen

   Author : Erik Wilson; Niklas Hansson; [2015]
   Keywords : Marine fouling; marine biofouling; novel solutions; biocide free; ideal solution; sustainability; bioinspired solutions; GAP analysis; SWOT analysis; overview; review; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : With a fuel consumption of up to 150 tons a day for a containership, fuel cost is the main expense for shippers. To decrease expenses, drag reduction is the most important topic to address. The biggest factor that influence the hydrodynamics of a vessel is marine fouling. A heavily fouled ship can consume an additional 40 % of fuel or more. READ MORE