I agree with most of the conclusions drawn by the author. There is one issue , though, he has not touched. It was widely reported t the time that the flooding was directly attributable to a hatch being open to allow air circulation below for the off watch crew. If the hatch had been closed, would she still have sunk? Was this a factor in other sinking? A vessel can survive a knockdown if she retains integrity.
This series is not only a fascinating discussion of sailing vessel stability but also a rare look into the real world of naval architecture and engineering. Thanks to Roger Long for writing it — and thanks to Loose Cannon for publishing what would never see the light of day at a contemporary boating magazine, print or digital. Cheers!
I agree with most of the conclusions drawn by the author. There is one issue , though, he has not touched. It was widely reported t the time that the flooding was directly attributable to a hatch being open to allow air circulation below for the off watch crew. If the hatch had been closed, would she still have sunk? Was this a factor in other sinking? A vessel can survive a knockdown if she retains integrity.
This series is not only a fascinating discussion of sailing vessel stability but also a rare look into the real world of naval architecture and engineering. Thanks to Roger Long for writing it — and thanks to Loose Cannon for publishing what would never see the light of day at a contemporary boating magazine, print or digital. Cheers!