Report of Committe V.3: Materials and Fabrication Technology

An overview regarding new developments in the field of ship and offshore materials and fabrication techniques with focus on trends which are highly relevant for practical application in the industry in the recent and coming years is given. Particular emphasis are given to the impact of welding and corrosion protection techniques on structural performance, on the development and application of lighter structures and on computer and IT technologies and tools, which link design and production tools and to support eficient production. Particular emphasis will be given to the impact of welding and corrosion protection techniques on structural performance, on the development and application of lighter structures and on computer and IT technologies and tools, which link design and production tools and to support ecient production.