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- The New 710G Series Diesel Engines From General Motors Electro-Motive Division Maritime Reporter, Feb 1986 #40
(Ed. note—Complete literature is now available from GM/EMD describing the new 710G Series.) The new 710G Series of diesel engines from General Motors Electro- Motive Division (GM/EMD) offers increased reliability, better fuel efficiency, and the potential for significantly higher horsepower in the future. This design is an evolutionary development of GM/EMD's turbocharged, uniflow scavenged, twostroke cycle engine, which retains the latter's historical simplicity of design, maintainability, and high reliability.

The 16-cylinder diesel is rated conservatively at 3,600 horsepower at 900 rpm for marine applications, and has a displacement of 710 cubic inches per cylinder. GM/EMD will market models of this new series of engines for a variety of applications.

The design of the 710G is a logical outgrowth of GM/EMD's current production series, the 645F engines.

The most recent version of this series, the 645FB, is the result of a succession of incremental improvements to the engine. From 1980 to 1983, for example, the fuel efficiency of the 645F was increased by 6 percent and the compression ratio was increased from 14.5:1 to 16:1.

Similarly, the 710G can be viewed as a new dimension in engine design, in terms of its potential for future growth. (Table 1 is a comparison of specifications.) Greater displacement and an advanced turbocharger give the 710G the capacity for significant increases in horsepower.

Thus, the 710G combines innovation with the proven technology of its predecessor, but its potential makes it more than just this year's model.

The 710G is the product of extensive development at GM/EMD. Total development cost was $60 million.

Tooling cost alone was $78 million.

Fuel Efficiency The 710G is GM/EMD's most fuel-efficient diesel to date. Full load fuel consumption of the Model 710G engine has been improved by 9 percent from the 1980 Model 645F3 engine.

Displacement A major change in the 710G design is greater displacement. The 10-inch piston stroke of the predecessor 645FB was increased to 11 inches in the 710G engine. The longer stroke at the same bore adds 10 percent more displacement—from 645 to 710 cubic inches per cylinder.

This added displacement is a key factor in the 710G's promise of greater horsepower in future models.

The longer stroke and added displacement led to structural improvements in the engine: • Model G crankcase • Larger diameter plunger injectors • A larger diameter crankshaft • A new camshaft • A longer cylinder liner • A longer piston and rod assembly The 710G design also increased the overall dimensions: The engine is lVs inches higher and 4% inches longer.

Turbocharger The added engine length is the result of a larger, extremely efficient turbocharger. Entry to the turbine was streamlined to improve gas flow. An improved exhaust diffuser also reduces flow restriction. The turbocharger is deeper to accommodate a larger annulus for a smoother and less restrictive discharge of exhaust gases. Overall, the turbocharger is the most efficient ever produced by GM/EMD.

The new state-of-the-art, highefficiency "G" turbocharger provides a 15 percent increase in air flow for reduced thermal loading of critical engine components. This higher air flow, in combination with an increased injection rate from the new 9/6-inch plunger injector, accounts for the increase in fuel economy at rated output, with no increase in engine thermal loading.

Reliability A key concern in the development of a large displacement engine is reliability. Throughout the development of the 710G, GM/EMD used advanced laboratory techniques to analyze stress and predict performance.

Finite element analysis and comprehensive strain-gauge testing were used extensively to take full advantage of GM/EMD's extensive development and reliability experience on the 645 engine.

In manufacturing, extensive use is being made of statistical process control.

For copies of free brochures containing complete data describing in detail the new 710G Series of diesels from GM/EMD, Circle 22 on Reader Service Card
- Donald Staples Named Comptroller Of GM's Electro-Motive Division Maritime Reporter, Jul 1977 #42
of Donald E. Staples as comptroller of the Electro-Motive Division of General Motors was announced by Peter K. Hoglund, vice president of General Motors and general manager of Electro-Motive Division, LaGrange, 111. Mr. Staples succeeds Guy D. Briggs Jr., who until his retirement August 1 will
- Alvin Goodspeed Named General Sales Manager At GM-Detroit Diesel Maritime Reporter, Feb 1981 #7
Alvin B. Goodspeed, general director of export sales, automotive components for the General Motors Marketing Staff, has been named general sales manager of Detroit Diesel Allison Division, General Motors Corporation. He will have executive responsibility for the Division's sales and service operation
- Detroit Diesel And Deere Plan Joint Venture To Market Broader Line Of Diesel Engines Maritime Reporter, Sep 1986 #22
General Motors and Deere & Company have signed a memorandum of understanding to form a joint venture to design, manufacture and distribute diesel engines worldwide, the companies announced recently. The proposed corporation would be held equally by both parent companies. The agreement is subject to
- Stewart & Stevenson Expands Diesel Engine Sales/Service Network Maritime Reporter, Jun 1988 #88
America Stewart & Stevenson Services, Inc., Houston, Texas, recently announced that the firm has been appointed the exclusive distributor for General Motors Electro-Motive Diesel (EMD) engines in a 10-state area, as well as Mexico and Central America. In a second announcement, the company also outlined
- G.M. Electro-Motive Diesels Hit 100-Millionth Horsepower Mark Maritime Reporter, Jul 15, 1978 #32
Over the past four decades, 100 million horsepower has been produced in the form of diesel engines by the Electro-Motive Division (EMD) of General Motors Corporation. The production milestone was announced by Peter K. Hoglund, vice president of General Motors and division general manager, in
- Blount Delivers Passenger/Vehicle Ferry For Run Between New London And Fisher's Island Maritime Reporter, Jul 15, 1978 #14
by Islanders since it is the name Indians gave the Island lying at the entrance to Long Island Sound. The Munnatawket is powered by two General Motors 12V71N diesels, and attained a speed of 12 knots on trials. For extra maneuverability at congested terminals, it is equipped with a Blountdesigned
- Hatch & Kirk Inc. Acquires Cleveland Diesel Engine Assets Maritime Reporter, Oct 15, 1978 #64
Kirk Inc., Seattle, Wash., has announced the purchase of the assets of the Cleveland Diesel Engine Division from the Electro- Motive Division of General Motors Corporation. Hatch & Kirk Inc. is in the process of moving the Cleveland Diesel Engine assets, including all engineering, tooling, prints, and
- GM Increases Diesel Power Ratings And Offers New Applications Manual Maritime Reporter, Nov 1983 #110
General Motors is offering a free applications manual which provides full information on new power ratings for both GM diesel-electric power units and marine propulsion engines. GM has raised the rating of several of its diesel-electric power units and increased the horsepower and fuel efficiency
- Harold Smith Appointed General Manager Of Detroit Diesel Allison Maritime Reporter, Mar 15, 1981 #22
Harold L. Smith Jr. has been named general manager of the Detroit Diesel Allison Division, General Motors Corporation; he is also a GM vice president. Mr. Smith replaces Donald J. Atwood, who has been appointed group executive in charge of GM's Electrical Components Group. Mr. Smith joined General
- Halter Marine Delivers Large Supply Boat To George Engine Co. Maritime Reporter, Sep 1977 #26
system was manufactured by Skipper Hydraulics. The Fay Hebert is also equipped with a Murray Tregurtha 300-hp bow thruster driven by a General Motors 8V-71 engine. The boat is equipped with a bulk mud system comprised of four vertical tanks with a total capacity of 3,000 cubic feet of dry bulk
- Halter Delivers New York Pilot Boat Maritime Reporter, Feb 1974 #29
was designed an4 built by Halter Marine Services. The boat is powered by two General Motors 12V71N marine diesel engines and is equipped with one General Motors 2-71-20 kw generator unit, Konel Model KRA-221 radar and Motorola-Modar V.H.F. radios. The vessel is air-conditioned in the passenger lounge

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. ing reduced emissions, and many operate in the North Eu- Outside of China, the Asia Paci? c region is in the early ropean segment, characterized by a general strengthening of stages of wind farm development, with one active Tier 1 SOV emissions reduction measures, more than 20 active or under and three
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Staff Manager, Marketing of sight, out of mind’ the maritime world modern tonnage and the need for trained Mark O’Malley momalley@marinelink is to the general public, that is until trag- mariners, now and in the future. His story Accounting edy strikes, lives are lost, environments starts on page 24. Esther
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Vessels General Arnold Chasse, La. The 32-inch CSD will immediately begin work on Phase Four of the Corpus Christi Ship Channel Improvement Project. The project will bene? cially reuse 100% of the dredged material removed from the channel deepening and widening. The General Arnold is the newest,
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, and then couple that with the power of electric motors—they spool up very fast like a Tesla does— you have to change the way you operate the vessel in general. A little bit of a learning curve, but I’m excited about it.” Without engine noise or vibration, eWolf delivers a sig- ni? cantly smoother ride
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Feature Electric Tugs ing tug design. ABB was brought on as systems integrator, and Coden, Ala. shipbuilder Master Boat Builders began building the vessel later that year. The result of these efforts is the 82-foot-long tug eWolf, built to ABS class and is compliant with U.S. Coast Guard Subchapter M
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like to add or that you signi? cant parts of the burden that companies have incurred think Marine News readers should know about? under the Vessel General Permit. We would like to see both We’re trying to do hard things, and so it’s really impor- agencies move forward quickly. They’re already really
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are still other commercial consider- Torsten Büssow, Director for Ship Electri? cation at Wärtsilä, ations for shipowners.” notes its importance: “Generally, with the increasing com- PTO can sometimes reduce CAPEX elsewhere in the pro- plexity of propulsion trains, the share of PTI in shaft genera- pulsion
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PTI/PTO 30 years ago shaft generators with PTI capability kept container ships sailing at top speed. That purpose gone, PTI/PTO is making a new comeback in more cargo shipping segments, this time for reducing emissions. By Wendy Laursen etro? tting a shaft generator is not an insigni? - the ef? ciency
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Notre Dame with an maritime sector. Please give a ‘By the Numbers’ undergraduate in Mechanical Engineering and started with look at the company today. General Electric in the Edison Engineering Development ro- Wabtec is a Fortune 500 company based in Pittsburgh, PA with tational program at the Erie, PA
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studying the according to SRC, but can be installed with only a minimal feasibility of retro? tting ships for methanol as a marine fuel. impact on the general arrangement. “These are new and con? dential discussions, but what I can say is that live projects are under review to accommodate con- Closing
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. ity that Crowley and our mariners are known for,” said The tug’s battery system will be charged at a specially James Fowler, senior vice president and general manager of designed shoreside station featuring two Corvus Orca Crowley Shipping. “We are thrilled to reach this important BOBs (battery on board)
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of repaying the debt The repayment term and interest rates available under have been updated to align with other federal programs the program and generally better than those available from and general industry practice.” the commercial lending market. “The main advantages Papavizas said the move addresses
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Passenger Vessel Safety occur on a sightseeing vessel or an Ohio River dinner cruise? This contrast between speci? c – sometimes very speci? c – and general comes to mind when considering the numerous safety advisories pertaining to recent amphibious DUKW boat tragedies or the 2019 Conception dive boat
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many CTDs on the market; what makes the and salinity from any platform is a really good idea, but au- NBOSI offering unique? tonomous mobile platforms in general are almost always power There are a lot of good sensors, and it’s not our goal to com- and size and space limited, and they’re often designed from
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ROVS ture, port security monitoring and various marine research operations. Likewise, the Voyis Discovery Stereo Camera is a widely applicable piece of technology offering high level clarity and precision in visual captures of underwater envi- ronments and immediate creation of real-time 3D models.