Which two framing types are described as being combined in mixed framing?

Which two framing types are described as being combined in mixed framing?

• A. Longitudinal, transverse
• B. Fore, aft
• C. Port, starboard
• D. Deck, hull

Answer: (A)

Mixed framing combines longitudinal framing with transverse framing. Longitudinals run along the length of the hull and resist bending and sagging fore-aft, distributing loads along the ship’s stretch. Transverse frames run across the hull perpendicular to the keel, keeping the hull shape and resisting lateral distortions. Using both types gives strength in both directions while optimizing weight and space. The other terms refer to directions or ship parts (fore-aft, port-starboard, deck vs hull) rather than methods of framing, so they don’t describe the framing system being combined.

Mixed framing combines longitudinal framing with transverse framing. Longitudinals run along the length of the hull and resist bending and sagging fore-aft, distributing loads along the ship’s stretch. Transverse frames run across the hull perpendicular to the keel, keeping the hull shape and resisting lateral distortions. Using both types gives strength in both directions while optimizing weight and space. The other terms refer to directions or ship parts (fore-aft, port-starboard, deck vs hull) rather than methods of framing, so they don’t describe the framing system being combined.