Chine log construction is a method of building hard chine boat hulls. The multi chine hull approximates a curved hull form. The mahogany hull was of the hard chine, planing type. The hull is wooden and V-shaped, with a hard chine and a square stern. These characteristics make the two chine hull popular for punts, barges, and scows. The design closely resembles Western hard chine boats like the scow or punt. The blade was strengthened by a chine (a rib) on back. These of the twelve-volume "Histoire generale de la Chine" by Joseph-Anna-Marie de Moyriac de Mailla. Each of these chine hulls has its own unique characteristics and use. The canal gets its name from the French word for China (La Chine). She was educated at Upper Chine School, Isle of Wight. Ryde School With Upper Chine stands opposite All Saints' Church. After Time" Chine Live Tour " in China. In 1753, Voltaire wrote his "L'Orphelin de la Chine". Tail set almost even with the chine .