Rudiments of Naval Architecture: Or, an Exposition of the Elementary Principles of the Science and the Practical Application to Naval Construction; Compiled for the Use of Beginners (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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This book delves into the complex world of naval architecture, a field that was rapidly evolving in the mid-19th century. The author, a skilled practitioner in the field, uses the language of his day to explain the fundamental principles of ship construction. The book focuses on the practical application of Sterling’s rules, a system of mathematical calculations that was then considered essential for accurately determining a ship’s displacement, immersion, and stability. The book provides readers with a detailed examination of the calculations necessary for constructing a ship, particularly a yacht, using a series of step-by-step instructions and diagrams. The author demonstrates how to use Sterling’s rules to calculate the volume of water a ship displaces, the position of the ship’s center of gravity, and the relative capacities of the ship’s fore and after bodies. The author further illustrates the practical implications of these calculations, emphasizing the crucial role they play in ensuring the ship’s stability and suitability for carrying its intended cargo or crew. This book is a fascinating historical document, offering valuable insights into the scientific methods used in the design and construction of ships during a pivotal period in naval history. The author's meticulous explanations and practical examples make this work an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of naval architecture.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the complex world of naval architecture, a field that was rapidly evolving in the mid-19th century. The author, a skilled practitioner in the field, uses the language of his day to explain the fundamental principles of ship construction. The book focuses on the practical application of Sterlingââ â¢s rules, a system of mathematical calculations that was then considered essential for accurately determining a shipââ â¢s displacement, immersion, and stability. The book provides readers with a detailed examination of the calculations necessary for constructing a ship, particularly a yacht, using a series of step-by-step instructions and diagrams. The author demonstrates how to use Sterlingââ â¢s rules to calculate the volume of water a ship displaces, the position of the shipââ â¢s center of gravity, and the relative capacities of the shipââ â¢s fore and after bodies. The author further illustrates the practical implications of these calculations, emphasizing the crucial role they play in ensuring the shipââ â¢s stability and suitability for carrying its intended cargo or crew. This book is a fascinating historical document, offering valuable insights into the scientific methods used in the design and construction of ships during a pivotal period in naval history. The author's meticulous explanations and practical examples make this work an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of naval architecture. 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 # 9781332033799_0
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