A skeg (or skegg or skag) is a sternward extension of the keel of boats and ships which have a rudder mounted on the centre line. [1] The term also applies to the lowest point on an outboard …

Mar 20, 2023 · A skeg is a vertical tapering projection or an external structural feature at the aft of the vessel, about the centreline, directly attached to the vessel’s bottom shell plating, and …

Aug 22, 2019 · By improving how water flowed around the ship’s hull, skegs could help reduce the turbulence of water right before they reached the screws. A screw has more difficulty in …

Jul 15, 2023 · A skeg is a structural element found on some ships, particularly sailboats and other vessels with a keel. It is typically a fixed fin-like structure that extends downwards from the …

keel, in shipbuilding, the main structural member and backbone of a ship or boat, running longitudinally along the centre of the bottom of the hull from stem to stern. It may be made of …

Aug 9, 2024 · Fixed skegs are particularly prevalent in larger vessels such as cargo ships, where maintaining course stability and controlling drift are of utmost importance. These skegs are …

A deep, vertical, finlike projection on the bottom of a vessel near the stern, installed to support the lower edge of the rudder, to support the propeller shaft for single screw ships, and to support …

The short length of keel, normally tapered or cut to a step, which in the days of sail used to project aft beyond a ship's sternpost. Its purpose was to protect the rudder if a ship went aground and …

Twin-skeg afterbody can be highly beneficial on ships with full forms, especially when low draught or high beam-to-draught ratio is required. A twin-skeg design has been adopted on new …

Feb 13, 2025 · Understanding the terminology is essential for anyone involved in shipping, whether you're a deck officer, a logistics manager, or a maritime lawyer. This glossary will …