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the propeller shaft in the after peak tank is provided with inboard and outboard seals.these seals contain nitrile rubber or viton lip seal which seals against the bronze liner shrunk fit around the cast iron propeller shaft.after a few years it creates grooves on them and naturally looses sealing and sea water can easily find its way inside.this reduces the lubrication effect and creates wear if the bronze liner.now as there is enough clearance the shaft will come down by certain amount because of the propeller weight.this drop in propeller shaft is termed as propeller drop and is measured by POKERS gauge.
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What is tail shaft?
Tail Shaft is the section after the propeller shaft of a shift. Any shaft is always placed farthest from the head, where the power is applied.
Is the propeller shaft the same as the stern tube shaft?
The propeller shaft in a boat engine is fastened to the flywheel by bolts, and it passes through the boat's thrust block and is aligned with the shaft tunnel. It also passes through the stern tube to drive the propeller. The stern tube shaft itself holds the "prop" shaft in place and shut off the open end when it pierces the aft hull. It is commonly manufactured as cast iron and welded into the frame of the stern of the ship.
How do you you make a rubber band powered boat?
A rubber band boat works much like a rubber band airplane. First you need to build the boat itself. Then you need to make a propeller. The propeller shaft needs to run through the inside of the boat, not below the boat. With the prop below the water. The propeller shaft should not go the full length of the boat. About halfway through put a loop in the shaft. Then to the front of the boat attach a rubber band. Then run the rubber band through the loop in propeller shaft. Now twist the prop and the rubber band should twist around and around. When it's good and tight let go and the propeller should spin. Allowing the boat to move forward in the water. Mind you the shaft needs to be a thin piece of metal, as it will be difficult to make it water tight.
Where would a lead screw be found?
Sometimes the propeller on a boat is called a screw & they used to be made of lead. So they would be found at the end of the propeller shaft.
What is the function of the propeller?
The propellers purpose is to pull (or push) the aircraft forward through the air. It does this in much the same way that the airplanes wing produces lift, only instead of being pushed forward through the air, it is spun in circles through the air.Most modern airplanes have a variable-pitch (fixed speed) propeller. The pilot is able to adjust the pitch (or bite) of the propeller to maximize performance at various altitudes.A propeller is a type of fan that converts rotational motion into thrust by transmitting power. The shape and angle of the blade create pressure.
