Ship Construciton is a comprehensive text for students of naval architecture, ship building and construction, and for professional Naval Architects and Marine Engineers.
Covers the complete ship construction process including the development of ship types, materials and strenghts of ships, welding and cutting, shipyard practice, ship structure and outfitting
All the latest developments in technology and shipyard methods, including a new chapter on computer-aided design nad manufacture
Essential for students and professionals, particularly those working in shipyards, supervising ship construction, conversion and maintenance.
CONTENTS:
Introduction to Shipbuilding:
- Basic Design of the Ship
- Ship Dimensions, Form, Size or Category
- Development of Ship Types
Materials and Strength of Ships:
- Classification Societies
- Steels
- Aluminium Alloy
- Testing of Materials
- Stresses to which a Ship is Subject
Welding and Cutting:
- Welding and Cutting Processes used in Shipbuilding
- Welding Practice and Testing Welds
Shipyard Practice:
- Shipyard Layout
- Ship Drawing Office, Loftwork and CAD/CAM
- Plate and Section Preparation and Machining
- Prefabrication
- Launching
Ship Structure:
- Bottom Structure
- Shell Plating and Framing
- Bulkheads and Pillars
- Decks, Hatches, and Superstructures
- Fore End Structure
- Aft End Structure
- Tanker Construction
- Liquefied Gas Carriers
Outfit:
- Lifting Arrangements
- Cargo Access, Handling, and Restraint
- Pumping and Piping Arragements
- Corrosion Control and Anti-fouling Systems
- Ventilation, Refrigeration, and Insulation
International Regulations:
- International Maritime Organization
- Tonnage
- Load Line Rules
- Structural Fire Protection
Index