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90% confidenceMES research in bacteria, energy. Brunel’s SS Great Britain, the first iron ship, is conserved and displayed in the historic d...
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Abstract
Brunel’s SS Great Britain, the first iron ship, is conserved and displayed in the historic dry dock where she was built. The most vulnerable parts of the original wrought iron hull are preserved by keeping the surrounding air at 20% relative humidity to prevent corrosion. A glass “sea” at waterline level creates a seal, and bespoke desiccant dehumidifiers desiccate the environment inside and underneath the ship. This conservation method relies on natural gas for drying the air, and electricity for circulating it.
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- Historic Ships 2023
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- 2023