Isherwood system

noun

Ish·​er·​wood system

ˈishə(r)ˌwu̇d-

: a technique of ship construction employing large transverse frames widely spaced and light longitudinal members closely spaced

called also longitudinal framing

Word History

Etymology

after Benjamin F. Isherwood †1915 American naval engineer

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