![]() ![]() ![]() They are done via vacuum box, dye penetrant or magnaflux depending on the area.ĭECK REPAIRS – GC’s yard workers have concluded repairing the deck on the ship’s Signal Bridge and continue working on the deck above. LEAK TESTING – All welds continue to be tested for leaks. The ship’s hull is being primed temporarily as the repairs are made. New plates are added to thinner areas and smaller holes are welded up. HULL – As work continues moving aft, any holes in the ship’s original hull are being repaired. This design change will make the new blisters easier to maintain increasing their longevity.ĬOATING – The inside of the blisters, and the ship’s hull will be coated to protect against possible corrosion. TORPEDO BLISTERS – The new torpedo blisters are a slightly different design and square off at the bottom below the waterline. Dry Dock Tours resume on September 3rd, get your tickets here. ![]()
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