From left, Cummins Technicians Andrew (dark hardhat), Director of Ferry Operations John Weise, and Cody (white hardhat), begin to install the new Cummins Engine. Submitted photo Thanks to Cummins Inc.

Scientists say they have created a methodology that could replace two diesel engines powering a ferry boat with pneumatic propellers. The two air motors replacing the diesel engines, according to the ...

Engine failure and rough sea conditions delayed the arrival of the passenger ferry service from Kankesanthurai to Nagapattinam by more than four hours on Friday (May8, 2026) night, triggering anxious ...

Diesel engines are currently the most reliable internal combustion engines in terms of power density control and robustness. However, they require large amounts of diesel fuel to power them. Moreover, ...

Schematic of the proposed pneumatic propulsion with multi-option for connectivity, be it grid and/or renewable energy connectivity. Scientists say they have created a methodology that could replace ...