Naval Architecture
Top 10 Shipbuilding Companies in the World in 2012
The shipbuilding industry is recognised as one of the most profitable industries around the world. Listed in here are top ten shipbuilding companies in the world in 2012
Naval Architecture
Stopping a Ship: Why Ships Cannot Have Brakes?
Learn the answer to the most commonly asked question about ships – Why cannot a ship brake itself to stop and how do ships actually stop in water?
Naval Architecture
“Nose Jobs” For Ships – Reason Behind Retrofitting Bulbous Bow
All major shipping companies are retrofitting their ship’s bulbous bow for increasing fuel efficiency and reducing emissions. Learn about the reasons as to why ships are getting the Nose Jobs.
Naval Architecture
What’s The Importance Of Bulbous Bow Of Ships?
Bulbous bow is a peculiar bulb like projection at the forward end of the ship. Learn about the significance of this ship structure and the importance of its design inside the article.
Naval Architecture
Different Types And Designs of Hatch Covers Used For Ships
Different types of hatch covers are used for ships depending on the type of the ship and the cargo carried. Learn about the main types of hatch covers used for ships in the article inside.
Naval Architecture
X Bow Hull Design vs Conventional Hull Design
X bow is a type of hull design which improves ship’s efficiency and stability at high seas. Find out the difference between X bow hull design and conventional hull design of ships.
Naval Architecture
What are Keel Guards?
A keel is the base on which ships are built and is the bisector (divider) that separates the hull into two length-wise areas. Keel guards are a protection that is used to cover the keel of a ship from getting damaged.
Naval Architecture
What is Cofferdam on Ships?
Cofferdam on ships is a type of enclosed or void space provided for extra safety which separates two tanks containing different liquids. Find out what is cofferdam and where it is located on ships.
Naval Architecture
Different Types Of Sterns Used For Ships
A number of factors such as hydrodynamic efficiency, construction simplicity, flow patterns & aesthetics are considered for designing a ship’s stern. Learn about different types of ship’s stern inside the article.