10 September 2022 (10:00 - 16:00) West Dunbartonshire In Person See the
world's first commercial ship model experiment tank in action and discover how
William Denny & Brothers' innovative, experimental approach to shipbuilding
made waves in the shipbuilding industry from the 1800s to 1963. This is part
of the Scottish Maritime Museum. The Denny Ship Model Experiment Tank was
built in 1882. It is one of the last reminders of the shipyard of the
innovative and famous Company William Denny and Brothers. The tank was built
to test ship hull designs and retains many original features including a water
tank as long as a football pitch. Experience the working environment of the
model makers, clay moulders and carpenters in 1882. Try your hand at smoothing
and carving a real wax hull model. Test different hull designs in our own mini
experiment tank. Enter the world of the Victorian ship designer, in William
Denny's drawing office, and find out how to design your own ship. Join us on a
guided tour of the building and learn about Denny Brothers, builders of the
famous Cutty Sark and inventors of the Denny helicopter, Denny hovercraft and
Denny-Brown stabilisers. Visitors can enjoy free entry for Doors Open Days.
Facilities WC Refreshments Parking
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Address
Scottish Maritime Museum, Castle Street, Dumbarton, G82 1QS