3rd international conference on historic ships

-6 December 2012, London, UK  Call For Papers Open

Conference Overview

RINA's 3rd international conference on historic ships, building on previous successful events, will explore the technical issues involved in the preservation, restoration and replication of historic vessels, including large passenger ships, warships, coastal & inland craft. The conference will be of interest and value to members of the many organisations world wide and others who are involved or interested in the preservation of these ships for the benefit of future generations.

Conference Program

RINA invites papers on the following topics:

• 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”
• Recent marine archaeological discoveries.