The diesel engine is by far the most popular power plant for boats of all sizes, both power and sail. With the right care and maintenance it is twice as reliable as the petrol engine as it has no electrical ignition system, which in the marine environment can suffer from the effects of damp surroundings. Self-sufficiency at sea and the ability to solve minor engine problems without having to al…
Analysis and Design of Marine Structures' explores recent developments in methods and modelling procedures for structural assessment of marine structures: - Methods and tools for establishing loads and load effects; - Methods and tools for strength assessment; - Materials and fabrication of structures; - Methods and tools for structural design and optimisation; - Structural relia…
for more than 20 years, this manual has been the most useful, comprehensive tool available for providing estimates for athe installation of cross-country pipelines, offshore drilling platfoems, submerged pipelines, single-point mooring terminals, and many other kinds of pipelines and marine structures