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COPT-PUMP REPLACED WITH GEAR PUMP CONNECTED IN SERIES CONNECTION FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF FLOW RATE IN SPECIFIC DURATION 1J Ashim Rohan, 2J David Raja, 3A C Mariappan, 4G Peter packiaraj 1,2 Final Year B.E Marine Cadets, PSN CET, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu 3,4 Assistant Professor, Department of Marine Engineering, PSN CET, Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu
----------------------------------------------------------------------***--------------------------------------------------------------------ABSTRACT This report explores the replacement of the Central Oil Purifier Turbine (COPT) with a triple gear pump connected in series, focusing on its impact on system performance, reliability, and efficiency. The COPT, traditionally used for oil purification in various industrial applications, presents challenges such as high maintenance costs and potential inefficiencies in modern systems. To address these issues, a triple gear pump configuration was selected due to its robustness, ease of maintenance, and improved pressure handling capabilities.
The COPT is typically powered by a steam turbine, which provides the high torque and variable speed required for handling oils of varying viscosities. This system's efficiency and reliability are paramount, as any failure or inefficiency can lead to significant delays, increased operational costs, or even environmental hazards due to spills or leaks. This introduction outlines the fundamental aspects of the Cargo Oil Pump Turbine, including its role in maritime operations, the technological principles underlying its design, and its importance in the broader context of marine engineering. The following sections will delve into the specific components of the COPT, its operational principles, maintenance requirements, and the potential challenges faced during its operation. By understanding these elements, we can appreciate the significance of the COPT in ensuring the smooth and safe transport of oil across the world’s oceans.
The report details the design considerations, installation process, and performance analysis of the new configuration. A comparative study was conducted, highlighting the advantages of the gear pump setup, including enhanced flow control, reduced downtime, and lower operational costs. The findings suggest that the series connection of triple gear pumps not only meets the operational demands but also provides significant long-term benefits, making it a viable alternative to the traditional COPT system. The study concludes with recommendations for optimizing the new system and potential areas for future research
1-1.1 Overview of the Cargo Oil Pump Turbine (COPT) The COPT is used to pump large volumes of crude oil or petroleum products from the storage tanks on a ship to shore facilities, or vice versa. It ensures that the oil is transferred efficiently, quickly, and safely, which is essential for the operation of oil tankers
Keywords: Central oil purifier turbine (COPT), Broader context, World Sea, Robust, Fluid source
Steam Turbine: The COPT is typically driven by a steam turbine. The turbine converts the thermal energy of steam into mechanical energy, which is used to drive the cargo oil pumps. Steam turbines are preferred in this application due to their ability to deliver high torque and variable speed, which is crucial for handling different types of cargo with varying viscosities.
1-INTRODUCTION The Cargo Oil Pump Turbine (COPT) is an essential component in the operation of oil tankers, playing a crucial role in the safe and efficient transfer of cargo oil between the ship's storage tanks and shore facilities. This turbine-driven pump system is specifically designed to handle the large volumes of crude oil or petroleum products that are transported by these vessels. The COPT's functionality is vital not only during loading and unloading operations but also in maintaining the stability and safety of the ship by managing the distribution of cargo within the tanks.
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Cargo Oil Pump: This is the pump that moves the oil. There are usually several of these pumps on a tanker, each driven by its own turbine. The pumps can be of different types, such as centrifugal pumps, which are commonly used due to their efficiency in handling large volumes of liquid
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