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• Offshore Structure: An offshore structure is a man-made structure that is installed or placed in a body of water, typically the ocean, for various purposes such as oil and gas exploration, production, and transportation, as well as renewable energy generation. ... Read More >>
• Block And Block: In maritime context, a block is a pulley system used to increase the mechanical advantage of a line. It consists of a grooved wheel, called a sheave, mounted on a frame or shell, and a hook, shackle, or other fitting for attaching to the lo ... Read More >>
• SKIDS: Skids are devices used to support and move heavy objects, such as ships, over land or in dry docks. In the maritime context, skids are typically made of wood or steel and are placed under the hull of a ship to allow it to be moved over land ... Read More >>