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1. How can Virtual Reality (VR) and
Augmented Reality (AR) technologies be integrated into training, operations,
and maintenance practices within the maritime industry to enhance safety,
efficiency, and decision-making? What are the potential challenges and benefits
of implementing these technologies on board vessels or at maritime facilities?
(16)
2. Ammonia is widely discussed as a
sustainable fuel for future maritime applications-Discuss with specific
references to technical, operational, safety and commercial viability of
Ammonia as a marine fuel. (16)
3. Optimization of hull Forms is
recognized as means to improve energy efficiency of ships. Discuss scope and
impact of optimization of the following in improving energy efficiency of
ships: - (i) Forebody optimization (ii) Aftbody Optimization (iii) Twin Skeg
Design (16)
4. Describe the purpose of the SUA
Convention and discuss its importance in enhancing maritime security. (6) b)
Explain the main offenses addressed by the 1988 SUA Convention and its 2005
Protocol. How do these amendments reflect evolving security concerns in the
maritime industry? (10)
5.a) Explain the primary objectives
of the International Convention on Salvage, 1989. How does this convention aim
to balance the interests of salvors and vessel owners? (6) b) Discuss the
significance of Articles 13 and 14 of the Salvage Convention. Specifically,
explain the criteria for determining the reward under Article 13, and describe
the provisions of Article 14 regarding "Special Compensation" for
preventing or minimizing environmental damage. (10)
6.a) Define P&I insurance and
H&M insurance, outlining the main differences between them in terms of
coverage and purpose within the maritime industry. Why are both types of
insurance essential for shipowners? (8)
b) Discuss the typical risks covered
by P&I insurance and H&M insurance. Provide examples of incidents where
each type of insurance would respond, highlighting their roles in managing
liabilities and operational risks. (8)
7. Briefly discuss the IMO
decarbonisation ambitions and pathways with focus on the short term, mid-term,
and long-term goals. Explain the two short-term measures approved by the IMO
for implementation with their guidelines. (16)
8. a) It is a common statement that
'80% of accidents are caused due to human error'. Discuss the term 'human
error' referred to here of a complex hierarchical socio-technical system. (6)
b) The terms Human Element, Human
Error and Human Factors have often been used interchangeably in relation with
the maritime incidents/accidents. How in your opinion do these terms differ?
Discuss with suitable examples (10)
9. With reference to the modern
analysis techniques employed for the condition analysis of Lubricating Oil,
briefly discuss following (16) a) Elemental (Spectrometric) Analysis b) Fourier
Transform Infrared (FTIR) Spectroscopy c) Particle Count d) Base Number Vs Acid
Number.