UID:
edoccha_9960073137502883
Format:
1 online resource (753 p.)
Edition:
3rd ed.
ISBN:
1-136-07750-2
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1-281-01645-4
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9786611016456
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0-08-047432-2
Content:
This third edition presents the most thorough revision of Seamanship Techniques since first publication in 1987. Already recognised as one of the leading texts for cadet and serving seafarers of all ranks, this new edition covers all the seamanship knowledge required by students and experienced seafarers alike. Ideal for Merchant Navy Officers from Cadet rank to Master Mariner, the new edition incorporates the 2003 amendments to the Collision Avoidance Regulations and new material covering regulations and practice on cargo operations, survival systems, GMDSS requirements, watch keeping duties,
Note:
First published as two volumes 1987. Volume 1 first published as paperback 1989. Volume 2 first published as paperback 1990. Single volume ed. 1994.
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First published by Butterworth-Heinemann in 1987.
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SEAMANSHIP TECHNIQUES; Copyright; Contents; Preface to 1st edition (Part One); Preface to 3rd edition; Acknowledgments; About the author; Abbreviations; 1. The Ship; Introduction; Terms and definitions; Terms and definitions concerning stability; Varieties of ship; Plate and construction terms; Main structural members - compensating stress factors affecting the vessel; Stresses in ship structures; Loadlines; 2. Anchor Work (Fundamentals); Introduction; Anchors; Tests on anchors; Marks on anchors; Anchor certificate; Chain cable tests; Notes on cable; Kenter lugless joining shackle
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'D' lugged joining shackleSecuring and stowage of anchors; Securing anchor and cable; Steam windlass operation; Preparing anchor for 'letting go'; Disc brake systems for anchor handling windlass; Cable holders; Procedure for coming to anchor; Clearing away anchors; Chain cable/stud-link general information; Anchor terminology; Watch at anchor; Anchoring facility for high speed craft; Mooring anchors; The 'flipper delta' anchor; 3. Ropework; Introduction; Natural fibre ropes; Lay of rope; Small stuff; Synthetic fibre ropes; Bends and hitches; Working aloft and overside; Seizings
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Ropework and cordage toolsWorming, parcelling and serving; Cordage splice; Whippings; Marrying two ropes together; To pass a stopper; Breaking out mooring rope; 4. Wirework And Rigging; Introduction; Steel wire rope; Steel wire rope rigging; Rigging fitments; Wire splicing; Stowage of wire hawsers; Safe handling procedures for wire rope; Mousing a hook or shackle pin; Blocks - care and maintenance; Blocks and tackles; 5. Lifting Gear; Introduction; Derricks; Union purchase; Safe handling practice for derricks; Doubling-up procedure; Yo-Yo rig; Hallen universal derrick; Velle shipshape crane
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Heavy lift proceduresCranes; Cranes and derricks - advantages and disadvantages; Derrick tests and surveys; Calculating stresses in derricks by empirical formula; 6. Cargo And Hatchwork; Introduction; Conventional hatch; Conventional hold; Steel hatch cover; General cargo terminology; Duties of the junior cargo officer; Cargo duties of the chief officer; Hold preparation; Stowage methods; Cargo handling; Ventilation; Refrigerated cargoes; Carriage of goods in deep tanks; Dangerous/hazardous cargoes; Cargo plans; Roll on-roll off system; List of relevant container definitions and terms
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Loading containersContainer tonnage; Loadicators and loading plan computers; Tankers; 7. Boatwork And Life Saving Appliances; Introduction; Selected terminology and definitions; Parts of the lifeboat; Types of wood construction; Boat fitments; Totally enclosed survival craft; Partially enclosed boats; Free fall lifeboats; Life saving appliances; Boat rigging; Launching procedure; Taking boat away from ship's side; Boat recovery in heavy weather; Beaching a lifeboat; Boat handling and safe procedures; Sail theory; Sail terminology; 8. Survival Craft And Practice; Introduction
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Survival systems international
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English
Additional Edition:
ISBN 0-7506-6315-4
Language:
English
DOI:
10.4324/9780080474328
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