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The writers have long been of the opinion that a new work on the subject of "Laying Off," adapted for the use of students, had become necessary. It came to their knowledge that both were engaged in preparing such a text-book, and this led to a collaboration, the present work being the result.

One difficulty in tho preparation of such a book is that practice varies considerably in different building yards and in different shipbuilding centres. The principle adopted has been to describe processes and methods which are known to the authors and which are found to be satisfactory in practice. If other methods come under the reader's notice they may be compared with those indicated herein.

It has been thought desirable to provide an introductory chapter on the principles of "descriptive geometry" in order to lay a satisfactory foundation of knowledge for the subsequent work.

Although the work of "laying off" is mainly done by a special class of skilled workmen, it is considered very desirable that ship draughtsmen and students of Naval Architecture should have an acquaintance with the subject. In many cases it is not found possible for such students actually to do work themselves on the mould loft floor. It is hoped that the present work will be found useful to this large class.

It is strongly recommended that students, in addition to reading the text, should draw out for themselves the various examples that are scattered throughout the book.

The drawings illustrating tho text are very numerous, and have been very carefully drawn, and care has been taken in the lettering, etc., in order to make the illustrations self-explanatory as far as possible. Students requiring a knowledge of the special and difficult laying-off problems connected with wood shipbuilding are referred to Dr. Thearle's valuable work on "Naval Architecture."

The photograph of the Barrow Mould Loft which forms the frontispiece is reproduced by the kind permission of W. T. Davis, Esq., the Shipyard Manager.

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  • PublisherForgotten Books
  • Publication date2018
  • ISBN 10 1330449207
  • ISBN 13 9781330449202
  • BindingPaperback
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Number of pages140

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book, an indispensable guide by the author in this field, is ideal for students of Naval Architecture and shipbuilding. It provides a comprehensive overview of the geometrical techniques and methods used in the shipbuilding industry. The book is a compilation of the author's many years of experience as both a practicing naval architect and an educator in the subject. This book is an invaluable resource not only to students but also to those working in the shipbuilding industry. The book is enhanced with numerous illustrative figures and examples, complemented by descriptive text, which build on the fundamental concepts to explain complex shipbuilding methodologies. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330449202_0

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