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gianmarcotusa1 joined the group Shipwrights-Shipyard 5 months, 1 week ago
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evelyn started the topic Learning Nugget: Clinker Construction in Boat Building in the forum Shipwrights-Students 5 months, 2 weeks ago
What is Clinker Construction?
Clinker construction, also known as lapstrake, is a method of boat building where the edges of the hull planks overlap. This technique originated in Northern Europe and was notably used by the Vikings, Anglo-Saxons, Frisians, and Scandinavians. Klinker construction is characterized by its overlapping seams,…[Read more]
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evelyn started the topic Take part in our free Online Workshop on 18 April 2024 from 14:00-15:30 CET in the forum Shipwrights-Shipyard 5 months, 2 weeks ago
You are cordially invited to our next online workshop on 18 April 2024 from 14:00-15:30 CET.
HOW CAN TRADITIONAL BOATBUILDING KNOWLEDGE BE SHARED DIGITALLY?
Join us for an enlightening exploration of the intersection of tradition and technology in the world of boatbuilding. Discover how modern advances are shaping the future of this ancient…[Read more]
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evelyn started the topic Take part in our free Online Workshop on 18 April 2024 from 14:00-15:30 CET in the forum Shipwrights-Students 5 months, 2 weeks ago
You are cordially invited to our next online workshop on 18 April 2024 from 14:00-15:30 CET.
HOW CAN TRADITIONAL BOATBUILDING KNOWLEDGE BE SHARED DIGITALLY?
Join us for an enlightening exploration of the intersection of tradition and technology in the world of boatbuilding. Discover how modern advances are shaping the future of this ancient…[Read more]
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radmila started the topic AI for sailing education in the forum Shipwrights-Students 6 months, 1 week ago
Just came across what they call first digital human for sailing education and adventures https://www.nauticed.org.
AI name is Alex who’s equipped to answer questions about sailing terms and techniques, how to get started in sailing.
Tried it with the translation of some terms from English to French and she gave funny answers. Otherwise, she…[Read more]
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tomascetem posted an update in the group Shipwrights-Students 6 months, 1 week ago
One important job position is the caulker, he/she is the person who seals the joints of 2 surfaces
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dana joined the group Shipwrights-Shipyard 7 months, 1 week ago
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radmila replied to the topic Choosing the right wood in the forum Shipwrights-Students 7 months, 2 weeks ago
Material databses play crucial role especially when it comes to design or engineering. They provide specific information about wood species and their properties and even give some info on allergens, toxicity – or sustinability. So one can discover lesser-known but remarkable wood types. Thanks for the good link!
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Bert van Baar replied to the topic Choosing the right wood in the forum Shipwrights-Students 7 months, 3 weeks ago
One website (of many) to search for good boatbuilding woods could be: https://www.wood-database.com/.
In the search box enter <boatbuilding > and wait.
How serious this search engine works?
I think every language has its own wood species websites, but if one can select <boatbuilding> I am not sure. -
Bert van Baar replied to the topic Choosing the right wood in the forum Shipwrights-Students 7 months, 3 weeks ago
Goodmorning Thomas,
Thats a question you won’t get answered here: its way to complicated! It depends on so many factors, like:
– availability, recourses in your country and internationally …..
– best practices are often expensive so prices may be considered …..
– what part of the boat …..
– must it be straight or curved …..
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ClementML posted an update in the group Shipwrights-Students 7 months, 3 weeks ago
If you buy a used sailboat for refurbishing, there are a few things you have to check in order to know which parts will need replacing. Of course check for leaks, but as well for soft spots !
Especially around chain plates, stanchions, mast tabernacle, cleats, and anything that “pierces” the deck, where water can stagnate. Take a small hard object…[Read more] -
ClementML posted an update in the group Shipwrights-Students 7 months, 3 weeks ago
A nice video on the building of a Dinghy Sail boat, only using common power tools. It’s still a “modest” project, but it shows the steps and first principles of boat making.
Plus, if anyone wants to learn how to sail while learning how to build sailboats, a dinghy is definitely the best way to start both. -
ClementML posted an update in the group Shipwrights-Students 8 months ago
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If anyone from the north of France is starting a ship restauration/refurbishment project, but doesn’t have nor the space, the tools, or the knowledge to get started, take a look at the maritime conservatory of Le Havre (Normandy).
There you can propose your project, rent a spot on their workshop, have access…[Read more]-
Hi Clement,
Do you know Mike from the https://www.skolarmor.fr/?
He takes about 12 (or 18?) students per year to teach them the things you proposed in your post.
For…
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ClementML joined the group Shipwrights-Shipyard 8 months ago
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Francisco Cabezos joined the group Shipwrights-Shipyard 8 months ago
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Francisco Cabezos joined the group Shipwrights-Students 8 months ago
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Bert van Baar posted an update in the group Shipwrights-Students 9 months, 1 week ago
Whats new? It is years old, but for anyone looking for beautiful detailed wooden boatbuilding plans: take a subscription on Watercraft Magazine from Britain, It is a… - Load More