Naval shipyard in New York contains over 8000 ft of piers including 22 berths and 6 drydocks capable of accommodating largest warships afloat; massive concrete bulkheads lined with pile fendering to provide cushioning; for further protection of vessels it is customary to locate between pier and vessels one or more wooden floats; retractable fender development and tests.


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    Title :

    Protection of waterfront structures


    Additional title:

    Military Engr


    Contributors:

    Published in:

    Military Engineer ; 49 , n 330


    Publication date :

    1957


    Size :

    4 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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