Practical Construction of Warships is a book required to design and produce a very sophisticated ship with the application of modern planning methods, procuring the necessary materials and equipments, assembly of the hull and fitting out, testing of services and systems, and finally the sea trials covering all operational requirements. All phased in a logical and practical sequence to obtain an efficient and product in the quickest time.
Considerable changes have occurred in the design principles and techniques of construction employed for warships.
Sketches have been placed at the end of their relevant chapter in the order in which they are dealt detailed with text.