Nautical Term: Double skin

Definition of Double skin

Double watertight hull construction refers to a type of boat design where there are two separate hulls, with each hull having its own watertight integrity. This type of construction may be applied to the sides as well as the bottom of the boat. For instance, a high-speed catamaran might employ double watertight hull construction to ensure maximum safety and stability during operation.

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