Ship construction / David J. Eyres.
By: Eyres, David J
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BookPublisher: London : Heinemann Professional, 1988Edition: 3rd ed.Description: x, 339 p. + pbk.ISBN: 0434905577 .Subject(s): Shipbuilding | Naval architectureDDC classification: 623.81
| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Lending | MTU National Maritime College of Ireland Library Lending | 623.81 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 00005290 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Ship Construction 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 strengths 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 and manufacture, Essential for students and professionals, particularly those working in shipyards, supervising ship construction, conversion and maintenance. Book jacket.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents provided by Syndetics
- Preface (p. vii)
- Acknowledgments (p. ix)
- Part 1 Introduction to Shipbuilding
- Chapter 1 Basic Design of the Ship (p. 3)
- Chapter 2 Ship Dimensions, Form, Size or Category (p. 10)
- Chapter 3 Development of Ship Types (p. 15)
- Part 2 Materials and Strength of Ships
- Chapter 4 Classification Societies (p. 35)
- Chapter 5 Steels (p. 42)
- Chapter 6 Aluminium Alloy (p. 50)
- Chapter 7 Testing of Materials (p. 55)
- Chapter 8 Stresses to which a Ship is Subject (p. 60)
- Part 3 Welding and Cutting
- Chapter 9 Welding and Cutting Processes used in Shipbuilding (p. 75)
- Chapter 10 Welding Practice and Testing Welds (p. 97)
- Part 4 Shipyard Practice
- Chapter 11 Shipyard Layout (p. 111)
- Chapter 12 Ship Drawing Office, Loftwork and CAD/CAM (p. 115)
- Chapter 13 Plate and Section Preparation and Machining (p. 124)
- Chapter 14 Prefabrication (p. 136)
- Chapter 15 Launching (p. 147)
- Part 5 Ship Structure
- Chapter 16 Bottom Structure (p. 161)
- Chapter 17 Shell Plating and Framing (p. 174)
- Chapter 18 Bulkheads and Pillars (p. 191)
- Chapter 19 Decks, Hatches, and Superstructures (p. 209)
- Chapter 20 Fore End Structure (p. 226)
- Chapter 21 Aft End Structure (p. 234)
- Chapter 22 Tanker Construction (p. 251)
- Chapter 23 Liquefied Gas Carriers (p. 264)
- Part 6 Outfit
- Chapter 24 Lifting Arrangements (p. 277)
- Chapter 25 Cargo Access, Handling, and Restraint (p. 290)
- Chapter 26 Pumping and Piping Arrangements (p. 298)
- Chapter 27 Corrosion Control and Anti-fouling Systems (p. 309)
- Chapter 28 Ventilation, Refrigeration, and Insulation (p. 326)
- Part 7 International Regulations
- Chapter 29 International Maritime Organization (p. 335)
- Chapter 30 Tonnage (p. 339)
- Chapter 31 Load Line Rules (p. 343)
- Chapter 32 Structural Fire Protection (p. 352)
- Index (p. 359)