An approach for assembling a maritime vehicle includes forming a keel panel from a single sheet of metal, forming a first side panel from a single sheet of metal, forming a second side panel from a single sheet of metal, and forming a lip member. The first side panel and the second side panel are temporarily coupled with the lip member. The keel panel is secured with the first side panel and the second side panel using a cold joining process.

An approach for assembling a maritime vehicle includes forming a keel panel from a single sheet of metal, forming a first side panel from a single sheet of metal, forming a second side panel from a single sheet of metal, and forming a lip member. The first side panel and the second side panel are temporarily coupled with the lip member. The keel panel is secured with the first side panel and the second side panel using a cold joining process.

The present invention relates to a novel apparatus and method for installing split line cutters on marine propeller shafts. The apparatus features a clamshell design comprising an upper and lower half, each with an inner cavity configured to accommodate a portion of the split line cutter. A hinge mechanism connects these halves, facilitating easy opening and closing around the propeller shaft. Key to this invention is a captive screw retaining mechanism within the clamshell, designed to hold screws in place even when unfastened, thereby simplifying the installation process and preventing loss of components. The apparatus includes a screwdriver opening aligned with a bolt cavity, allowing for engagement of captive screws. Additionally, the invention features temporary closure mechanisms, for secure handling during installation, and a retaining hole for attaching a line. This invention offers significant improvements in the installation of line cutters, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and ease of use.

The present invention relates to a novel apparatus and method for installing split line cutters on marine propeller shafts. The apparatus features a clamshell design comprising an upper and lower half, each with an inner cavity configured to accommodate a portion of the split line cutter. A hinge mechanism connects these halves, facilitating easy opening and closing around the propeller shaft. Key to this invention is a captive screw retaining mechanism within the clamshell, designed to hold screws in place even when unfastened, thereby simplifying the installation process and preventing loss of components. The apparatus includes a screwdriver opening aligned with a bolt cavity, allowing for engagement of captive screws. Additionally, the invention features temporary closure mechanisms, for secure handling during installation, and a retaining hole for attaching a line. This invention offers significant improvements in the installation of line cutters, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and ease of use.

A system for robotic construction of a marine vessel includes a gantry and a robot interface connected to the gantry, the gantry configured to transport the robotic interface in at least two directions. A robot configured to perform a construction operation is releasably coupled to the robot interface. A robot controller is disposed on the robot and is configured to operate the robot. The robot controller remains with the robot when the robot is removed from the gantry. A controller is operably connected to the gantry and the robot interface, the controller configured to position the gantry and to attach and release the robot from the robotic interface.

A system for robotic construction of a marine vessel includes a gantry and a robot interface connected to the gantry, the gantry configured to transport the robotic interface in at least two directions. A robot configured to perform a construction operation is releasably coupled to the robot interface. A robot controller is disposed on the robot and is configured to operate the robot. The robot controller remains with the robot when the robot is removed from the gantry. A controller is operably connected to the gantry and the robot interface, the controller configured to position the gantry and to attach and release the robot from the robotic interface.