Engineering

Pembalikan mesin utama

A maneuver in which the main engine’s rotation direction is reversed, allowing the ship to go astern or stop.

Quick answer: A maneuver in which the main engine’s rotation direction is reversed, allowing the ship to go astern or stop.

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Quick answer

A maneuver in which the main engine’s rotation direction is reversed, allowing the ship to go astern or stop.

Why it matters

Pembalikan mesin utama matters because it supports clear communication in Engineering contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

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Questions and answers

Questions and answers

What is Pembalikan mesin utama?

In this glossary, Pembalikan mesin utama refers to: A maneuver in which the main engine’s rotation direction is reversed, allowing the ship to go astern or stop.

How is Pembalikan mesin utama used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Anjungan ke ruang mesin: Siapkan pembalikan mesin utama, kita akan membutuhkan gerakan mundur untuk sandar dalam sepuluh menit."

Why does Pembalikan mesin utama matter in maritime?

Pembalikan mesin utama matters because it supports clear communication in Engineering contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

Who uses Pembalikan mesin utama?

Pembalikan mesin utama is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Pembalikan mesin utama belong to?

In this glossary, Pembalikan mesin utama is grouped under Engineering. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG and published by Protermify Maritime as a static maritime reference page.

Definition

A maneuver in which the main engine’s rotation direction is reversed, allowing the ship to go astern or stop.

Operational example

Bridge to engine room: Prepare for main engine reversal, we will require astern movement for berthing operation in ten minutes.

Localized term

Pembalikan mesin utama

Localized example

Anjungan ke ruang mesin: Siapkan pembalikan mesin utama, kita akan membutuhkan gerakan mundur untuk sandar dalam sepuluh menit.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Category

Engineering

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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