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Why cargo ships still use fixed propellers despite not being able to reverse easily, the trade-offs of CPPs vs FPPs

Stopping a massive cargo ship in an emergency is surprisingly complicated, especially when your engine has to restart ...

Neither hydrogen nor diesel: a giant marine engine burns toxic methanol, but reduces COâ‚‚ emissions by 90% and is revolutionizing the shipping industry

WinGD’s giant ammonia-powered marine engine cuts CO₂ emissions by over 90%, signaling a major shift for global shipping.
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Jumbo Cargo Spacecraft Stumbles on Its Inaugural Trip to the ISS

Northrop Grumman’s upgraded Cygnus XL vehicle experienced an engine issue on Tuesday, delaying its arrival to the International Space Station until further notice. This is the first flight of the ...
autoevolution

Next-Gen Cargo Ship Combines Sailing Yacht-Inspired Propulsion with Autonomy

Great things happen when experts in their field join forces to create a revolutionary green shipping concept. This next-generation vessel is more than an answer to zero-emission maritime cargo ...
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5 Of The Most Powerful Diesel Engines Ever Put In Ships

When people think of big engines, they usually think of regular gas engines, like Koenigsegg's 2,300-horsepower monster. However, if you think about it, there are many much bigger vehicles out there, ...