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Naval architecture
The engineering science dealing with the design, construction, maintenance and operation of marine vessels and structures.
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web
Shipbuilding; Naval architecture
In a structural member, that part that resists shear loads and serves to separate the flanges. The term is also used to mean a web frame.
node
Shipbuilding; Naval architecture
In a vibrating structure, a place on the neutral axis that holds still.
shank
Shipbuilding; Naval architecture
In an anchor, the straight section between the chain attachment and the flukes.
whip
Shipbuilding; Naval architecture
In cargo handling, the wire leading to the hook by which the draft of cargo is being hoisted.
four-stroke engine
Shipbuilding; Naval architecture
In reciprocating prime movers, one in which energy is applied every other complete rotation.
