1.1.1 The Rules apply to sea-going monohull ships of normal form, proportions and speed. Although the Rules are, in general, for steel ships of all welded construction, other materials for use in hull construction will be specially considered on the basis of the Rules.
1.1.2 An overview of the structural design process is illustrated in Figure 1.1.1 Overview of the structural design process
1.2.1 Alternative scantlings and arrangements may be accepted as equivalent to the Rule requirements. Details of such proposals are to be submitted for consideration in accordance with Vol 1, Pt 3, Ch 1, 3 Equivalents.
1.3.1 The symbols and definitions for use throughout this Part are as defined within the appropriate Chapters and Sections.
