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Techy topic made understandable to those without an advanced math degree. Covers strengths of
various hull constructions, as well as masts, deckbeams, rigging and wire sizes. Not just wood hulls.
Table of Contents:
Scantling Rules and the Scantling Number
Fiberglass Construction Materials & Methods
Fiberglass Design Consideration, Modern Laminates & One-Off Contruction Methods
Fiberglass Scantling Rule: Basic Solid-Glass Hull Shell
Fiberglass: Internal Structure
Fiberglass Sandwich or Cored Construction
Wood Construction Materials & Methods
Wood Design Considerations
Plank-on-Frame Scantling Rule
Fasteners, Straps, Knees, & Details
Modern Wood-Epoxy
Wood: Species, Type, & Applications
Aluminum & Steel Construction Materials & Methods
Aluminum & Steel Design Considerations
Aluminum & Steel Shell Plate & Longitudinal Framing
Aluminum & Steel Structural Details
Aluminum & Steel Alternate Construction Methods
Welding, Small Openings, & Riveting Aluminum
Small Aluminum Boats & Copper-Nickel Hulls
352 pp., hardcover
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