Designing the giants
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The problems and challenges involved in designing very large container ships are described. Methods used to evaluate a vessel's strength, capacity and speed and to determine the most efficient structural design are explained.
Publication Name: Motor Ship
Subject: Transportation industry
ISSN: 0027-2000
Year: 2000
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Co-operation is the key
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The state of the German shipbuilding industry is assessed. Following the increased competition and low prices from Korean yards, German firms are collaborating on the design and build of a wide range of ships and ferries.
Publication Name: Motor Ship
Subject: Transportation industry
ISSN: 0027-2000
Year: 2000
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More water-lubricated propeller
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The need for Thordon water lubricated COMPAC propeller shaft bearing systems for its 116,000 GRT Grand Class cruise ships being built at Fincantieri for Princess Cruises is discussed.
Publication Name: Motor Ship
Subject: Transportation industry
ISSN: 0027-2000
Year: 2005
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