The Stability Of Ships

Explained Simply And Calculated By A New Graphic Method (1884)

von James Carmichael Spence

40 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

The book titled ""The Stability of Ships: Explained Simply and Calculated by a New Graphic Method"" was written by James Carmichael Spence and was published in 1884. The book focuses on the stability of ships and provides a comprehensive explanation of the concept in simple terms. It also introduces a new graphic method for calculating ship stability. The book is divided into several chapters that cover topics such as the center of gravity, the center of buoyancy, the metacentric height, and the calculation of stability curves. The author uses diagrams and illustrations to explain these concepts, making it easier for readers to understand. The book also includes practical examples of how to calculate the stability of different types of ships, such as steamships and sailing vessels. It also provides guidance on how to make adjustments to improve the stability of a ship. Overall, ""The Stability of Ships: Explained Simply and Calculated by a New Graphic Method"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ship stability. It provides a clear and concise explanation of the subject and introduces a new method for calculating ship stability that is still relevant today.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.

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• ISBN: 9781437160499
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 26.11.2008
• Größe: 280 x 216 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC