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Oh Boy, A Gearhead hits the Jackpot (Virtual Wind tunnel)
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Author:  Trinomite [ Mon Jul 04, 2011 3:32 am ]
Post subject:  Oh Boy, A Gearhead hits the Jackpot (Virtual Wind tunnel)
Ok, I'm stoked

I've wondered what would happen if a solid carbon fiber moveable frontal wing/spray shield was attached to the AI or TI. :o

http://raphael.mit.edu/Java/

I'll let you know what happens (after I get a patent pending on it)

...or beat me to it, :D

Fred
Author:  PeteS [ Tue Jul 05, 2011 4:20 am ]
Post subject:  Re: Oh Boy, A Gearhead hits the Jackpot (Virtual Wind tunnel
My life is a bit busy at the moment, but something I have been kicking around on paper, during spare time. Was thinking of some type of 'cup' or 3 pointed tri-pod (two sides on port/starboard, one on keel), which would fit over the bow of the boat. This could have multiple functions, such as jib/forestay reinforcement, attachments for spray shield, perhaps some planing aspects (attachable fins). A stretch would be a bow sprit.

Light weight, strength, convenience and storage/transport would all be of concern. CF would fit a few of those parameters.
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