How Do Anchors Actually Work?

Описание: From rocks fastened with rope used by early fishermen to Titanic's enormous anchor, it is clear anchors are crucial for slowing and stopping ships, but what about their design makes them so effective?

And how did this magnificent feat of maritime engineering come to be? The truth may surprise you.

Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of anchors, exploring their history, development and evolution.

Oceanliner Designs explores the design, construction, engineering and operation of history’s greatest vessels– from Titanic to Queen Mary and from the Empress of Ireland to the Lusitania. Join maritime researcher and illustrator Michael Brady as he tells the stories behind some of history's most famous ocean liners and machines!

00:00 Intro
02:11 Anchor Origins
05:31 Design Evolution
07:47 How They Work
11:30 Extreme Conditions
14:05 Outro

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