Isherwood system en · PROPN
Etymology
Named after British naval architect Sir Joseph Isherwood, who patented it in 1906.
Meanings
- A method of ship construction in which large, widely-spaced transverse frames are used in conjunction with light, closely-spaced longitudinal members.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| the Isherwood system | canonical | lexicographic |