Requirements which classification society must consider before it can accept ship as suited for such special transport are considered in relation to properties of gases; materials including Fe base and Al alloys; insulation systems and materials; loads on tank walls and supports; ship strength; pipe system for loading and discharge; safety devices; explosion risks, gas freeing, etc; ventilation spaces; danger from sparks and electricity.


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    Title :

    Special ships for transport of liquefied gas, from classification viewpoint


    Additional title:

    European Shipbldg


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    Published in:

    Publication date :

    1960


    Size :

    20 pages


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


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