Author: Shayne and Anna Key Message: Major structural changes require professional composite engineering expertise. This project demonstrates what is possible but should […]
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Key Message: : Proactive, engineering-based maintenance is essential for safe bluewater sailing on a vintage vessel. The discovery of chainplate movement
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