111. Causes & Prevention of Generator Set Structural Deformation at Sea

Long ocean voyages with heavy seas subject the vessel to continuous pitching, rolling and inertial sway, which is the main cause of cargo damage to precision generator sets. The equipment's own oil circuits, precision structures and steel frames have limited stability; if the centre of gravity is not calibrated beforehand, lashing and reinforcement are inadequate, or shock-absorbing protection is missing, the voyage can readily produce loosened piping, displacement of the unit, twisted or deformed steel structures and impact damage to precision components.