Question 115Gas Turbine - Assistant Engineer

The correct answer is B) The need for shore side repair facilities. Gas turbine engines used for marine propulsion generally require more specialized maintenance and repair facilities compared to diesel engines. Diesel engines are more commonly used in maritime applications and can often be serviced and repaired at most marine maintenance facilities. In contrast, gas turbines have more complex fuel, lubrication, and control systems that necessitate access to specialized shore-side repair shops, which may not be as readily available, especially in remote locations. This is a key disadvantage of using gas turbines versus diesel engines for marine propulsion. The other options are incorrect because: A) Excessive vibration is not a unique disadvantage of gas turbines compared to diesels, C) Gas turbines typically have a higher power to weight ratio than diesels, and D) not all of the listed options are disadvantages of gas turbines.