August 30, 2006: World's largest diesel engine

11-26-2010, 02:45 PM

I know that sharper minds than mine have determined that these huge diesels are more efficient/cost effective than steam, but I can't see how, I guess.

xoxoxoBruce · 11-26-2010, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by sweetpeapete

I know that sharper minds than mine have determined that these huge diesels are more efficient/cost effective than steam, but I can't see how, I guess.

Because you'd need a steam engine near as big and then a boiler, bigass condenser, piping, makeup water treatment and controls. These container ships are all about space, which is why they're using an inline engine and single screw.

Oh, and welcome to the Cellar, pete.

11-26-2010, 02:45 PM	#1
sweetpeapete Guest Posts: n/a	steam vs diesel I know that sharper minds than mine have determined that these huge diesels are more efficient/cost effective than steam, but I can't see how, I guess.

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