21 - 22 February 2007 - London, UK
OVERVIEW
There are a huge number of historic ships that are in need of restoration/preservation. Several organisations exist, who aim to preserve these ships for the benefit of future generations.
This conference is aimed at exploring the technical and engineering issues involved in the construction, preservation and restoration of historic vessels from large passenger ships and warships to coastal and inland waterway craft, and of all nationalities and of local, national or international importance.
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Content
Papers can be submitted on any subject related to the technical aspects of preserving and restoring Historic Ships, including the following topics:
- Construction / building methods used for Historic Ships and their replicas.
- Materials and structural analysis, including appropriate material replacement, repair or replication.
- Propulsion systems, rigs and sails.
- Layouts and the need to meet current safety legislation.
- Techniques for conservation and restoration.
- Recording and deconstruction
- The balance between preservation afloat or dry.
- Maintenance of craft skills and training.
- The case for the replication of key historic vessels
- The sourcing of technical / historic information on "important" ships.
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Programme & Registration
Download the Programme & Registration Form (pdf file, approx 300 kB) and return to the Events Department at the address given on the form.
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Register online (all personal details passed over a secure link)
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Call Susie Latter, Conference Organiser, on +44 (0)20 7201 2401, for further information.
For further Registration / Accommodation information please refer to the Delegate Information page.
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Sponsors & Exhibitors
Click here if you would like to receive more information about sponsorship and exhibition opportunities at this conference.
For general information about RINA Events, visit the Sponsorship and Exhibition Information Page.
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Venue Information
The venue for this conference will be RINA Headquarters. (Near Victoria Rail and Tube Station). Please click here for a PDF file containing the full address and a map (approx 200 kB) |
