Measurement of vessels for the Panama canal (1913)
Johnson, Emory R. (Emory Richard), 1864-1950, United States. War Dept · Washington, Govt. Print. Off. · leaf 344
n wood ships at a corresponding position. The breadth shouldbe measured at the middle of the height of the space. (See Fig. III., p. 291.) MEASUREMENT OF VESSELS FOR PANAMA CANAL. 291 If, however, there are any special features in the design of the vessel which may suggestthe desirability of a… … 42. Worked example of measurement under Rule 1.—The following example shows theapplication of Rule I to a vessel remarkably sharp at the bow and stern, and very full amidships.It also shows the method of filling up and using the formula referred to in paragraph 11. The length of the vessel is…
