(a) Why tie-rods are provided on a 2-stroke main engine? (6)

(b) Why tie rods are placed close to the centerline of the crankshaft? (5)

(c) What is a tie rod pinch screw? And what is its purpose? (5)

Question

(a) Why tie-rods are provided on a 2-stroke main engine? (6) (b) Why tie rods are placed close to the centerline of the crankshaft? (5) (c) What is a tie rod pinch screw? And what is its purpose? (5)

BrightMariner Marine Engineering Faculty · Accepted Answer

(a) Why tie-rods are provided on a 2-stroke main engine? (6) (b) Why tie rods are placed close to the centerline of the crankshaft? (5) (c) What is a tie rod pinch screw? And what is its purpose? (5)

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