Giant Ships of Rome

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Giant Ships of Rome

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06-15-2007, 11:57 PM

Quote:Nemi ships were in my opinion one of the most important finds in terms of Roman maritime archeology. They were evidently built to highest standard and they did reveal several interesting and surprisingly advanced technical details:

- So-called "admiralty type anchors", first adopted in 1836-1852 in the British Navy
- Copper nails made of almost pure electrolytic copper. I would very much like to hear from a person acquainted with metallurgy, how this was achieved.
- Ball bearings. Possibly originating from a rotating platform?
- Piped water.

Add a 14 m long stern rudder ( see: http://www.dradio.de/dlf/sendungen/forschak/515375/ ).

Do you know by chance scientific articles which cover the subject?

Stefan (Literary references to the discussed topics are always appreciated.)

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Giant Ships of Rome - by Dardanus Lupus - 05-20-2006, 04:52 PM

Re: Giant Ships of Rome - by Martin - 05-20-2006, 06:15 PM

Re: Giant Ships of Rome - by Dardanus Lupus - 05-20-2006, 07:12 PM

Re: Giant Ships of Rome - by Martin - 05-21-2006, 11:32 AM

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