First built in the 1960s for rescue work, the Rigid Inflatable Boat
has revolutionised the marine market. The Complete RIB Manual,
published to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the first RIB, is
the ultimate reference catering all aspects of a RIB's design,
handling and maintenance, aimed at all owners and users, both
commercial and leisure. The emphasis of the book is entirely
practical, and covers: 1. A History of the RIB • Early development
• Modern design: leisure, commercial and military 2. RIB Handling
• Impact of hull design, tube types, internal layout and engines •
Driving techniques: throttle control and driving position • Advanced
techniques for economy, sport and rough seas • Cruising: planning,
weather, anchoring and communications • RIBs as tenders - stowing
and towing • Launching and transportation • Safety and survival 3.
Maintenance • Outboards, diesels, water jets, stern drives, fuel
tanks and electrics • Tube care: cleaning, repair, replacement •
Hull maintenance • Winter storage, checking for leaks, servicing The
Complete RIB Manual is a comprehensive worldwide reference for all RIB
owners and users, covering all the information necessary to handle and
maintain a RIB of any size.
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Produktdetaljer
ISBN
9781408180136
Publisert
2015
Utgave
1. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
Adlard Coles
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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