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The boat question by G. H. Davis
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The boat question by G. H. Davis
The boat question: a suggested method of launching ships boats (ie lifeboats) with long davits. The longer davit would launch the boat well clear of the ships side, especially important is the ship is heeling over. The photograph below shows a power-driven lifeboat with a covered-in section and a wireless attachment on the Aquitania. Date: 1914
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Annotated Aquitania Attachment Clear Cunard Cunarder Davis Davits Deck Diagram Heel Launching Lifeboat Lifeboats Longer Method Power Rope Ropes Safety Sphere Wireless Davit Heeling
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This photograph, taken in 1914, showcases the innovative method of launching boats, specifically lifeboats, from a ship using long davits, as suggested by G.H. Davis. The longer davit, as depicted in the image, allows for a smoother and safer launching process, particularly crucial when the ship is heeling over. The image features a power-driven lifeboat, an advanced technology for the time, equipped with a covered-in section and a wireless attachment. The Aquitania, a renowned Cunarder, serves as the backdrop for this scene. The lifeboat is secured to the ship via ropes attached to the longer davit, which extends far from the ship's side. The longer davit system was an essential safety feature, ensuring that the lifeboats could be launched clear of the ship's side, reducing the risk of damage to both the lifeboat and the ship during the launch process. The power-driven lifeboat, with its advanced features such as a wireless attachment, added to the overall safety and efficiency of the life-saving equipment on board. This annotated diagram, taken from the deck of the Aquitania, offers a unique perspective on the intricacies of the boat launching mechanism. The historical significance of this image lies in its representation of the advancements in maritime safety technology during the early 20th century. The longer davit system, as demonstrated in this photograph, revolutionized the way ships launched their lifeboats, providing a critical safety feature for passengers and crew alike.
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