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1. Maritime industries have taken several initiatives to explore new digital technologies

and "Internet of things (loT)" is one of such initiatives. With brief introduction on the principles of loT, explain the following

a) Advantages and Disadvantages of using loT in maritime industry.

b) How loT is changing the maritime industry.

c) How loT is used in Energy Efficiency optimization and predictive Maintenance.

Q2. Ammonia is widely discussed as a sustainable fuel for future maritime applications Discuss with specific references to technical, operational, safety and commercial viability of Ammonia as a marine fuel.

Q9. What is Maritime Lien? How does this lien travel with property? Explain the associated terms "In Rem" and "In personam". Which convention deals with maritime lien? Give the order of settlement of various debtor's claims after legal action as per this convention.

Q7. Improvements in Rudder efficiency can considerably contribute to improving propulsion effectiveness. Discuss common rudder-efficiency improvements devices/ techniques currently in use, referring to the following:

(a) Rudder Thrust Fins

(b) Asymmetric Rudders

(c) Rudder Bulbs

(d) Grim Vane Wheels

Q2. a) Briefly discuss Anti fouling convention and state all Documents and records to be maintained on a ship to demonstrate Anti fouling convention compliance.

c) Discuss various alternatives to tin-based antifouling paints, with specific reference to the following types: - (i) Controlled Depletion Polymer (CDP) paint; (ii) Self-Polishing Copolymer (SPC) paint; (Ill) Hybrid TBT free paint ; (iv) Fouling Release paint.

Q6. a)" General average is based on certain essential features" -Discuss the statement.

b) A large vessel ran aground. Main engine was used in ahead and astern directions to shake the vessel loose from the ground. Due to excessive load some bearings of the main engine got burnt. Can this damage be Included in the general average? Give justification to your answer.

Q5. A). How is Human Element issue addressed in STCW code.

B). Discuss the IMO guidance on fatigue mitigation and management on board ships

Q3.  A. State the difference between an audit and survey.  B. State the action taken by a recognized organization carrying out ISM certification on behalf of the Administration towards handling of an ISM certificate in case:  (i) When there is an evidence of a major non conformity (ii) When non conformities are found (iii) When an extension of the Safety Management Certificate is requested for (iv) When revision of an entry for a certificate is requested for Under What circumstances SMC and DOC may be invalidated?

Q8. (a) What are the important highlights of UNCLOS with respect to protection and preservation of the marine environment? (6)

(b) Briefly explain following:

(i) Territorial sea; (2)

(ii) Contiguous Zone, (2)

(iii) Exclusive Economic Zone (2)

(iv) Continental Shelf (2)

(v) High Seas. (2)