Abstract
This paper traces the evolution of ABS hull steels resulting from Important technological developments, service-related problems, and special applications that have led to the diversification of shipbuilding materials. The American Bureau of Shipping has "Rules" and "Guides" for building and classing a wide variety of marine structures. Material applications for such vessels as ultra-large crude carriers (supertankers), offshore drilling units, and liquefied gas carriers are discussed. Because of the Bureau's international activities, specification formulation must take into account adaptability, availability, and cost, in addition to primary technical considerations.
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