Discussion covers vessels from 75 to 250 ft long, but many remarks are applicable to much larger craft; reasons for adopting balanced rudder; fitting of polished bronze propeller recommended; comparison of steam vs Diesel engines for coasting vessel; modern Diesels for small vessels show great advantage over usual steam machinery. (See also - (discussion) p 124-9; Shipbldg and Shipg Rec v 39 n 12 Mar 24 1932 p 354-6; and Brit Motor Ship v 13 n 146 Apr 1932 p 34-5)


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    Title :

    Recent improvements in efficiency of small vessels


    Additional title:

    Instn Naval Architects -- Trans


    Contributors:
    Brown, G.A. (author)


    Publication date :

    1932


    Size :

    6 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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