Why Do Ships Use Round Portholes Instead of Rectangular Windows?
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Why are ship windows so often round instead of rectangular? In this episode of History of Simple Things, we look at what happens when engineers put an opening into a ship's hull, why sharp corners can become a structural problem, how circular openings distribute stress, and why keeping seawater out is just as important as keeping the glass in. Timestamps: 0:03 - Intro 1:07 - A Ship Is Always Under Stress 1:59 - The Problem With Cutting Holes 2:55 - Why a Circle Helps 3:48 - Keeping the Water Out 4:43 - Small, Strong, and Supported 5:39 - Not Every Ship Window Is Round 6:32 - Conclusion #simplethings #cruiseship #cruise #ships #shipdesign #marineengineering #engineering #ship #windows #howthingswork #interestingfacts #engineeringexplained
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