Chief Makoi... I loved this explanation. I am a grad from KP (US Merchant Marine Acad. '95) My major was "Ships Officer"; I was a deck major with a minor in Marine Engineering (3rd mate & QMED endorsement). As a cadet, I sailed 200 days on deck and 100 days in the engine room. (Cedit of 60 days awarded for sims and other training).
Hi Mark! Watching your videos reminds me that your ship is an example of the best of human creativity, engineering and initiative. So many working parts in unison, moving something so large! Just think of the largest cargo ships just 50 years ago compared to the Ever Ace. I really admire you, not only for being so highly educated in these complex systems, but also being a teacher for those of us never exposed to your world. Stay safe and Merry Christmas if we don't hear from you before then!
I served on a USN repair ship. USS Markab AR-23 as a MM/3rd class from 1963-65 in the engine room. It had a consolidated engine/boiler room. Typically in port we had 3 men on duty standing 4 & 8(4hr on/8hr off. There was a machinist mate(MM). A boiler technician(BT) and an electricians mate(EM). At sea we had 3(MM'), 3(BT's)boiler technicians, and 1(MMC) Machinist Mate Chief or Machinist mate 1st class. on watch standing 4 hr's on and 4 or 8 hr's off. There wasn't anything on automatic. Lol,
Great video Chief !!!! You answered all the questions I asked after the last video !!!! Thank you. Makes me wish maybe I'd gone into maritime operations... That is, until you showed that clip of "heavy weather"... Ah, no. I'll stay on land.
I like having someone who can hear, smell, and see abnormal conditions before they cause an alarm. But I also understand the desire to run with as few crewmembers as possible. Just because it CAN be automated, doesn't necessarily mean it SHOULD be. (speaking as an Automation Specialist!)
Hi Chief. Another informative video - thanks! The idea of the bridge watchkeeper doing engine room rounds in an unmanned ER would have had most of the Chief Engineers I sailed with (late ‘70s) in a state of apoplexy: an unaccompanied deckie in the ER? No way! They might touch something!
Hello chief. I live in a landlocked country. Never been on a ship. I enjoy watching your videos which are so inspirational. I appreciate what you guys do for the global economy. Keep up the good work.
Thanks a bunch Chief I look so forward to your Sat video's and interacting you you and your subs. Take care and stay safe and hopefully you and your crew will be on dry land for the holidays. Hey there is a great story idea what do you think?👍
Chief Makoi... I loved this explanation. I am a grad from KP (US Merchant Marine Acad. '95) My major was "Ships Officer"; I was a deck major with a minor in Marine Engineering (3rd mate & QMED endorsement). As a cadet, I sailed 200 days on deck and 100 days in the engine room. (Cedit of 60 days awarded for sims and other training).
Hi Mark! Watching your videos reminds me that your ship is an example of the best of human creativity, engineering and initiative. So many working parts in unison, moving something so large! Just think of the largest cargo ships just 50 years ago compared to the Ever Ace. I really admire you, not only for being so highly educated in these complex systems, but also being a teacher for those of us never exposed to your world. Stay safe and Merry Christmas if we don't hear from you before then!
I served on a USN repair ship. USS Markab AR-23 as a MM/3rd class from 1963-65 in the engine room. It had a consolidated engine/boiler room. Typically in port we had 3 men on duty standing 4 & 8(4hr on/8hr off. There was a machinist mate(MM). A boiler technician(BT) and an electricians mate(EM). At sea we had 3(MM'), 3(BT's)boiler technicians, and 1(MMC) Machinist Mate Chief or Machinist mate 1st class. on watch standing 4 hr's on and 4 or 8 hr's off. There wasn't anything on automatic. Lol,
Great video Chief !!!! You answered all the questions I asked after the last video !!!! Thank you. Makes me wish maybe I'd gone into maritime operations... That is, until you showed that clip of "heavy weather"... Ah, no. I'll stay on land.
Thanks for posting Chief. Excellent content as always 👍
Great vlog as always! In a 1974 tv-program about maritime life they showed who this unmanned engine room worked. Keep up the good work. Be safe!
I like having someone who can hear, smell, and see abnormal conditions before they cause an alarm. But I also understand the desire to run with as few crewmembers as possible. Just because it CAN be automated, doesn't necessarily mean it SHOULD be. (speaking as an Automation Specialist!)
Just like the military in many ways. There is so much that could go wrong - but that seems rare. Thanks for the video Chief and thanks to your crew.
Hi Chief. Another informative video - thanks! The idea of the bridge watchkeeper doing engine room rounds in an unmanned ER would have had most of the Chief Engineers I sailed with (late ‘70s) in a state of apoplexy: an unaccompanied deckie in the ER? No way! They might touch something!
Merry Christmas Chief and to your crew
Hello chief. I live in a landlocked country. Never been on a ship. I enjoy watching your videos which are so inspirational. I appreciate what you guys do for the global economy. Keep up the good work.
Cheif. You're always a delight to watch. Always so informative! And a super nice fella.
Another interesting and informative vlog Chief. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from Portsmouth, UK, wherever you are at the moment.
Good stuff Chief. Safe travels to you and the crew.
The hair looks great this time.
Thanks and bye from Italy!
Thanks a bunch Chief I look so forward to your Sat video's and interacting you you and your subs. Take care and stay safe and hopefully you and your crew will be on dry land for the holidays. Hey there is a great story idea what do you think?👍
Well done Chief. Thanks 🇺🇸
I like the way you explain the hierarchy and duties expected before they call you in when it’s critical !
Thanks Chief