next week we start lofting. which is essentially planning out the specifics of a given boat and making certain pieces to scale to begin construction. on the chalkboard we have drawn the lines plan. the top have of the lines is the profile view with many of the lines drawn, sheer, load water line, chine, FP and AP, and centerline. the most interesting thing is that in the different views, such as from profile (side view, starboard side) and half breadth (top or bottom depending on perspective) the lines are called different things - the deckline and the sheer are the same spot on the boat but just from a different view. it is slightly harder to learn but it has great reasons because of how the boat is built it is considerably useful.
the other photo is a small row boat type thing that we talked about. we drew chalk lines on the boat to discuss the hollow that should be at the forward end and also how this particular boat is developable - only has one curve in the topside and bottom. if the boat is developable that means that it follows either a conic shape or a cylindrical shape. if you draw lines you are really able to visualize the concept.
the other photo is a small row boat type thing that we talked about. we drew chalk lines on the boat to discuss the hollow that should be at the forward end and also how this particular boat is developable - only has one curve in the topside and bottom. if the boat is developable that means that it follows either a conic shape or a cylindrical shape. if you draw lines you are really able to visualize the concept.
I will actually enjoy reading your blog and especially seeing the pics.
mom
Posted by: Yvonne | 08/11/2010 at 12:20 PM