Nautical Term: Coffin plate

Definition of Coffin plate

A coffin plate is a specific type of plate used on an enclosed twin bossing in shipbuilding. The name derives from the shape of the bosses, which in turn are inverted on the coffin plate. In a paragraph, this plate would be used to reinforce the enclosed twin bossing, which adds structural integrity to the ship.

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