An unmanned engine room (UER) is a marine engineering concept where the engine room of a ship operates without constant human presence. This is achieved through advanced automation and remote monitoring technologies that allow for the control and management of machinery from a centralized location, often on the bridge or through shore-based systems. UERs enhance safety, reduce crew requirements, and optimize operational efficiency, but they also necessitate robust systems for monitoring and emergency response.
To put the engine room in an unmanned condition, the following procedure is typically followed: First, ensure all machinery is operating normally and that all safety checks are completed. Next, secure the engine room by shutting down non-essential equipment and isolating fuel and oil systems. Finally, activate the remote monitoring systems and alarms, ensuring that emergency protocols are in place for any potential issues that may arise while the engine room is unmanned.
The vessel may operate with an unmanned engine room, i.e. an alarm can be routed to the engineer on watch, the bridge and the chief engineer.
Engine room or space fitted with sensors and controls for monitoring and responding to machinery operating conditions. This makes it unnecessary for personnel to be present in the space at all times
There are no people on it. That means it is unmanned.
Nobody. It was unmanned.
It's called the engine room.
If it was "unmanned" -nobody flew it.
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normally they are unmanned but sometimes they do have people sent up