>>1034244>Why do modern cargo ships have the superstructure located in the rear and not the middle like the ships of old?To maximize cargo area and to minimize shaft length.
>Wouldn't the loss of balance by placing the superstructure int he rear be potentially dangerous?No, the superstructure is incredibly light compared to the rest of the hull and the cargo. The only disadvantage is that the superstructure is now at the end of the ship's pitching arm so the bridge and living quarters feel the motion the ship more.
>Also, are there an active cargo ships that still have the superstructure in the middle?Very few. It disrupts cargo a bit too much. The only ones you see are generally container ships.
