Discussion of Use of Live Oak Timbers in Frigate Construction, Especially for Gun Decks
Document 1795Refers to reviewing Mr. Humphreys' table of dimensions concerning the limbers for the 36-gun frigates, finding that their scantlings [the dimensions of the framing and structural portions] were too large, and discusses how they will be reduced in size. Discusses the differing sizes of gun-deck beams in different classes of ship (36-gun, 60-gun, 90-gun). Notes that much of the large live oak timber has minor defects, and these timbers will have to be rejected unless sound wood can be replaced into the defective portions. Refers to the particularity of the shipbuilding superintendent in choosing timbers [for the frigate Congress]. Discusses timbers being ruined for laying too long in salt water. States that the good portions of defective live oak timbers must not be wasted. Also discusses copper bolt supply, and the paying of a fee to the Supervisor at Portsmouth.
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