War-ships: A Text-book on the Construction, Protection, Stability Turning, Etc., of War Vessels

By Edward Lewis Attwood and Edward Lewis 1871- Attwood

Book Overview

War-Ships: A Textbook On The Construction, Protection, Stability, Turning, Etc., Of War Vessels is a comprehensive guide written by Edward L. Attwood that covers all aspects of warship design and construction. The book is intended for engineers, naval architects, and shipbuilders, as well as students and enthusiasts of naval history and technology.The book begins with an overview of the history of warship design, including the development of different types of vessels and their roles in naval warfare. It then delves into the technical details of ship design, covering topics such as hull form, propulsion systems, and armament. The author also covers the principles of ship stability, including the effects of weight distribution, buoyancy, and center of gravity.In addition to ship design, War-Ships also covers the protection of war vessels, including armor and damage control systems. The book also includes a section on ship handling, covering topics such as turning, maneuvering, and navigation.Throughout the book, the author provides numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the technical details of ship design and construction. The book also includes a glossary of naval terms and a bibliography for further reading.Overall, War-Ships: A Textbook On The Construction, Protection, Stability, Turning, Etc., Of War Vessels is an essential reference for anyone interested in the design and construction of warships.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: 116310003X
• ISBN13: 9781163100035
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 308 Pages
• Weight: 0.91 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"