Yacht Architecture: A Treatise on the Laws Which Govern the Resistance of Bodies Moving in Water (1897)

by Dixon Kemp

Yacht Architecture: A Treatise On The Laws Which Govern The Resistance Of Bodies Moving In Water is a book written by Kemp Dixon and originally published in 1897. The book is a comprehensive guide to the principles of yacht design and naval architecture, with a focus on the laws that govern the resistance of bodies moving in water. The book covers a wide range of topics related to yacht design, including the principles of hydrodynamics, the design and construction of hulls, the use of sails and rigging, and the importance of stability and balance. It also includes detailed explanations of the various forces that act on a yacht in motion, such as wind, waves, and currents, and how these forces can be harnessed to achieve maximum speed and efficiency.Throughout the book, Kemp Dixon provides numerous examples and illustrations to help readers understand the concepts being discussed. He also includes practical advice on how to apply these principles in the design and construction of yachts, making the book a valuable resource for both amateur and professional yacht designers.Despite being over a century old, Yacht Architecture remains a highly regarded and influential work in the field of yacht design. It is considered a classic text on the subject and is still widely read and referenced by designers and enthusiasts today.A Treatise On The Laws Which Govern The Resistance Of Bodies Moving In Water, Propulsion By Steam And Sail, Yacht Designing, And Yacht Building.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: 1104534088
• ISBN13: 9781104534080
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 572 Pages
• Weight: 2.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 8.3" x 11.0"