Isherwood system

noun
Ish·​er·​wood system | \ ˈishə(r)ˌwu̇d-\

Definition of Isherwood system

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

called also longitudinal framing

History and Etymology for Isherwood system

after Benjamin F. Isherwood †1915 American naval engineer

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