Nautical Term: Bilge strake
Definition of Bilge strake
The bilge strake refers to the specific line of shell plating that exists at the bilge area, where the bottom and side plating meet.
For instance, if we’re discussing a damaged ship, the assessment might include determining the extent of damage to the bilge strake. In this case, a thorough visual inspection and the use of specialized tools could help ascertain the severity of the damage to the ship’s bilge strake.
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