Know Your Own Ship

''Know Your Own Ship'' is a comprehensive guidebook that aims to provide a simple explanation of the stability, trim, construction, tonnage, and freeboard of ships. Written by Thomas Walton, a naval architect and marine engineer, this book is designed to help ship owners, operators, and crew members understand the key concepts and principles that govern the design and operation of ships.The book begins with an overview of the basic principles of ship design and construction, including the different types of ships, their main components, and the materials used in their construction. It then goes on to explain the key factors that determine a ship’s stability, including the center of gravity, buoyancy, and metacentric height.The book also covers the concept of trim, which is the balance of a ship in the water, and how it affects a ship’s performance and safety. Additionally, it provides an overview of the different types of propulsion systems used in ships, including steam, diesel, and gas turbines.Other topics covered in the book include ship tonnage, which is a measure of a ship’s size and carrying capacity, and freeboard, which is the distance between the waterline and the main deck of a ship. The book also includes a glossary of key terms and concepts, as well as numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers better understand the material.Overall, ''Know Your Own Ship'' is an essential resource for anyone involved in the design, construction, or operation of ships, as well as for students and professionals in the fields of naval architecture and marine engineering.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.