CD Ship knowledge. Ship design, construction and operation

Introduction to the 3r edition
In preparing the 3rd English edition a number of inadequacies, omissions and defects of the 2nd edition have been remedied. some of the chapters have been considerably rewritten, many subjects have been improved and quite a lot of new ones have been added.
In a very clear and yet detailed way the various subjects pertaining to modern shipbuilding and seamanship as well as to present-day shipping modes and the offshore industry are dealt with in this book. An attempt is made to give as complete an overview of ships, pertinent auxiliaries, systems, rules and regulations as possible. The book provides a rich source of maritime information meant for all persons with an interest in shipping. Especially for basic studies it is eminently suitable for maritime students and newcomers in the licet. For those employed in shipbuilding, shipping and related fields the work is an efficient work of reference and a convenient manual.
Realizing this book could not have been accomplished without the help and loyal support from the shipping trade and industry themselves. Besides pertinent documentation they also supplied expert knowledge and commentary regarding contents and textual issues, for which I stand in great debt to them.
In order to facilitate finding a certain word or subject. at the back of the book an index of reference words has been included. as well as a list of commonly used abbreviations in this field.

1. Shipwise
2. The shape of a ship
3. Ships’ types
4 The building of a ship
5. Forces on a ship
6 Laws and regulations
7. Structural arrangement
8 Closing appliances
9 Cargo gear / lifting appliances
10 Anchor and mooring gear
11. Engine room
12 Propulsion and steering gear
13. Electrical installations
14 Materials and maintenance
15 Safety
16 Stability