Chapter 15. Consequences of Fouling on Shipping
- Simone Dürr2,
- Jeremy C. Thomason3
Published Online: 29 JAN 2010
DOI: 10.1002/9781444315462.ch15
Copyright © 2010 Blackwell Publishing Ltd
Book Title
Biofouling
Additional Information
How to Cite
Edyvean, R. (2010) Consequences of Fouling on Shipping, in Biofouling (eds S. Dürr and J. C. Thomason), Wiley-Blackwell, Oxford, UK. doi: 10.1002/9781444315462.ch15
Editor Information
- 2
School of Natural Sciences and Psychology, Liverpool John Moores University, Byrom Street, Liverpool, L3 3AF, UK
- 3
School of Biology, Newcastle University, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 7RU, UK
Publication History
- Published Online: 29 JAN 2010
- Published Print: 18 DEC 2009
ISBN Information
Print ISBN: 9781405169264
Online ISBN: 9781444315462
- Summary
- Chapter
- References
Keywords:
- consequences of fouling on shipping;
- biofilms and effect on external hull of ships;
- sea water - well-known corrosive environment and biological activity enhancing aggressiveness;
- water-cooled heat exchangers - in air conditioning and engine cooling;
- on-site repairs - imparting considerable residual stresses to alloy used;
- corrosion - localised and enhanced by biofilms;
- biofilms - damage to internal and external systems in ship;
- good quality coatings - preventing corrosion
Summary
This chapter contains sections titled:
Introduction
Biofilms and Their Effect on the External Hull of Ships
The Effects of Biofilms on The Internal Operating Systems of Ships
The Effects of Biofilms in Water Systems
Biofilm Effects in Fuel and Hydraulic Systems
Other Areas of Biofilm Effects
Conclusions
References