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Reeds Marine Surveying (Reed's Professional)

Reeds Marine Surveying (Reed's Professional)

by ThomasAsk (Author)

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    Paperback 2007

    $38.38
Synopsis

Reeds Marine Surveying is an expanded and updated new edition of the author's Handbook of Marine Surveying. Aimed at students of marine surveying, professional marine surveyors, boatyard operators and technically-minded boat owners, it covers the latest marine surveying technology, including analysis of the mechanical behaviour of materials, failure analysis, stress concentration, fatigue and fracture, corrosion, wood-damaging organisms, polymer chemistry, and the composition and characteristics of common plastics, metal, alloys and composite materials. There is also a useful survey checklist that provides practical techniques and hints for conducting a survey. 'A mass of information on different materials used in boatbuilding plus their failure mechanisms...an excellent book' www.nonstopyacht.com 'A concise collection of practical, theoretical and regulatory information' Sailing 'Now it all makes sense!' William F Buckley

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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 246
 Edition: 2Rev Ed
 Publisher: Thomas Reed Publications
Published: 14 Feb 2007
ISBN 10: 0713677147
ISBN 13: 9780713677140
Book Overview: This second edition is broadly expanded and completely updated to include the latest marine surveying technology Richly illustrated with b/w photographs, diagrams and computer models Suitable not only for boating professionals but also boat owners and boat buyers alike Straightforward and sensible advice on the most common as well as more complex problems Includes a handy survey checklist that can be used as you work your way through a boat

Media Reviews
'As a book for surveying your own or other vessels the detail of the book is excellent... A very good book... the budding surveyor or keen private owner should be able to approach the topic with confidence.' Multihull Review (May/June 2007) full of information Gaffers Log (June 2007) 'A highly refined book that looks at every imaginable aspect of the design, construction, equipping, fitout and finishing of ships and boats, it is clear, concise and easy to follow.' Britannica Online, March 2008 This is a very sound practical textbook which could earn its keep on your bookshelf. Dockwalk The writing is authoritative and presents the complexity of structural small ship design in understandable and comprehensive language. Very useful checklist suggesting the issues which any survey should address. It is a valuable addition to the library. Cruising May 2008
Author Bio
Thomas Ask is an Associate Professor in the School of Construction and Design at the Pennsylvania College of Technology. He is a licensed Professional Engineer and the Principal of Ask and Associates, a marine consultancy firm.