Manual Of Naval Architecture For Use Of Officers Of The Royal Navy, Officers Of The Mercantile Marine, Yachtsmen, Shipowners And Shipbuilders

By William Henry White

Book Overview

The ""Manual of Naval Architecture"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by W. H. White, intended for use by officers of the Royal Navy, officers of the Mercantile Marine, yachtsmen, shipowners, and shipbuilders. The book covers a wide range of topics related to naval architecture, including ship design, construction, and maintenance. It provides detailed information on the various materials used in shipbuilding, such as wood, iron, and steel, as well as the principles of stability, buoyancy, and resistance. The book also includes chapters on propulsion systems, such as steam engines and turbines, and the various types of ships, from sailing vessels to modern steamships. With its extensive coverage of naval architecture, this book is an essential resource for anyone involved in the design, construction, or operation of ships.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163641200
• ISBN13: 9781163641200
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 750 Pages
• Weight: 3.65 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.5" x 8.3" x 11.0"