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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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stealer
Shipbuilding; Naval architecture
A single wide plate that is butt-connected to two narrow plates, usually near the ends of a ship.
skids
Shipbuilding; Naval architecture
A skeleton framework used to hold structural assemblies above ground.
billboard
Shipbuilding; Naval architecture
A sloping plate above the rake or gunwale of a vessel having low freeboard, on which an anchor is stowed and from which it can be released for use.
scuttle
Shipbuilding; Naval architecture
A small circular or oval opening fitted in decks to provide access. When used for escape and fitted with means whereby the covers can be opened quickly to permit exit, they are called quick-acting ...
bleeder
Shipbuilding; Naval architecture
A small cock, valve, or plug to drain off small quantities of fluids from a container or piping system.
thrust recess
Shipbuilding; Naval architecture
A small compartment at the after end of the main engine room at forward end of shaft tunnel, designed to contain and give access to the thrust shaft and thrust bearing.
