Browsing Investigación (ETSNM) by Title
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Reducing the carbon footprint of LNG shipping: Implementation of a combined waste heat recovery system in the onboard incinerator for lower environmental impact
(Elsevier, 2025)[Abstract] The shipping industry is committed to reducing CO₂ emissions by at least 40 % by 2030. Liquefied Natural Gas tankers play a critical role in achieving this target; however, these vessels typically rely on ... -
Relevance of Communicative, Team Effectiveness, and Long-Range Planning Skills in Vessel Crewmembers
(Gate Association for Teaching and Education (GATE), 2023)[Abstract] In recent years, soft skills have become increasingly important in many areas of the labor market and in the training of higher education students. This paper explores the perception that different crewmembers ... -
Research on an Internal Combustion Engine With an Injected Pre-chamber to Operate With Low Methane Number Fuels for Future Gas Flaring Reduction
(Elsevier, 2022)[Abstract] Flaring gas is the action of burning waste crude natural gas that is not possible to process or sell during the extraction and processing of oil and gas extraction. However, the surge of the oil and gas (O&G) ... -
Research on the Improvement of Safety Navigation Based on the Shipmaster’s Control of Ship Navigational Parameters When Sailing in Different Sea State Conditions
(MDPI, 2023)[Abstract] Shipmasters must make several quick decisions with respect to the ship’s speed and heading when new sea conditions approach. The implications for ship stability and risky situations are known but there are no ... -
Research on the new combustion chamber design to operate with low methane number fuels in an internal combustion engine with pre-chamber
(Elsevier, 2023)[Abstract] Gas flaring is the burning process of unwanted raw natural gas (NG) that cannot be processed during the oil and gas extraction and process operations. This research work aims to continue with the experimental ... -
Research skills R+D+I and industry 4.0, STEM and TRIZ and theirapplication in the professional skills of applied physics students
(Sociedad Mexicana de Física, 2024)[Abstract] The advancement of science and technology requires that future professionals in all fields of study have developed certain professional andinvestigative skills. The impact of the industrial revolution 4.0 has ... -
Seguridad y salud en el trabajo y prevención de accidentes laborales: [Comentario Artículo 33-36]
(Atelier, 2022)Análisis crítico y sistemático de la Directiva (EU) 2017/159 del Consejo, artículos 33 al 36. Quienes participan en esta obra han realizado un estudio crítico de cada uno de los artículos de esta Directiva con la finalidad ... -
Seguridad y salud laboral de los trabajadores de la flota pesquera gallega: retos del escenario post-pandémico
(Universidade da Coruña, Servizo de Publicacións, 2022)[Resumen] La actividad de la pesca extractiva tiene una enorme importancia socioeconómica para Galicia. Durante la pandemia de COVID-19, las decisiones adoptadas internacionalmente para contener su avance afectarían ... -
Ship Handling in Unprotected Waters: A Review of New Technologies in Escort Tugs to Improve Safety
(MDPI, 2021)[Abstract] It is a well-known fact that the 1989 Exxon Valdez disaster caused the escort towing of laden tankers in many coastal areas of the world to become compulsory. In order to implement a new type of escort towing, ... -
Situación actual de la gestión del COVID a bordo de los buques
(2022)[Resumen ]El objetivo de esta ponencia es exponer y dar a conocer la situación actual en materia de gestión y operaciones que se lleva a cabo a bordo de los buques después de que su operatividad se viera afectada por los ... -
La situación de compromiso entre las asistencias portuarias y de escolta; la necesidad de disponer de un remolcador versátil
(Universidade da Coruña, Servizo de Publicacións, 2022)[Resumen] El crecimiento del tamaño de los buques asistidos, con los consecuentes riesgos implícitos que originan y que, por circunstancias geográficas, no vino aparejada por un incremento adecuado del tamaño de las ... -
Spring-loaded Winch Band Brakes as Tools to Improve Safety During Mooring Operations on Ships
(2020-09)[Abstract] Some recent accident reports involving large vessels in mooring operations or breaking away from their moorings conclude that brakes of mooring winches do not render before line parts. As the potential loss of ... -
Study of possibilities of using a steam plant type "reheat" and mixed boilers of coal and fuel-oil for the propulsion of bulkcarriers
(Universidad de Cantabria. ETS de Náutica, 2011)[Abstract] This study aims to analyze the possibilities of using a steam turbine plant for propulsion of vessels for transporting coal; and they use the coal carried by themselves as fuel to propulsion system. The study ... -
Sustainability in Maritime Transport: Advances, Solutions and Pending Tasks
(MDPI, 2023)[Introduction] This Special Issue “Sustainability in Maritime Transport: Advances, Solutions and Pending Tasks”, gives an up-to-date overview of the use new technologies to obtain more sustainable maritime transport based ... -
Teachers’ Perception of the Gender Gap in STEAM Subjects in Pre-University Stages
(MDPI, 2024)[Abstract] The term STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) is associated with a promising pedagogical approach to improve the development of students at different educational stages. Degrees linked ... -
The decarbonisation of the maritime sector: Horizon 2050
(University of Zagreb, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Naval Architecture, 2024)[Abstract] The decarbonisation of the maritime sector is one of the world's priorities to reduce the volume of polluting emissions. The basis of this decarbonisation is the adaptation of existing ships to emission control ... -
The Effect of Circadian Rhythms on Shipping Accidents
(Cambridge University Press [University Publisher], Royal Institute of Navigation [Associate Organisation], 2021)[Abstract] It is a well-known fact that humans are subject to circadian alterations caused by the action of sunlight. This strongly affects their behaviour and skill, making them change their level of alertness from high ... -
The Influence of Climate Parameters on Maintenance of Wind Farms: A Galician Case Study
(MDPI, 2021)[Abstract] There are different monitoring procedures in wind farms with two main objectives: (i) to improve energy production by the capability of the national electrical network and (ii) to reduce the stooped hours due ... -
The Limitations on the Use of the IMO CSS Code in Project Cargo—Case Study: Grillage Design for the Sea Transport of Gas Slug Catchers
(MDPI AG, 2020-04-29)[Abstract] Heavy cargo units with a relatively reduced footprint area require a support surface large enough to transfer the forces onto the largest possible surface and/or the main stiffening (longitudinal and transverse) ... -
Thermo-economic analysis of green hydrogen production onboard LNG carriers through solid oxide electrolysis powered by organic Rankine cycles
(Elsevier, 2025)[Abstract] LNG carriers play a crucial role in the shipping industry meeting the global demand for natural gas (NG). However, the energy losses resulting from the propulsion system and the excess boil-off gas (BOG) cannot ...
