... One problem for high performance yachts is to produce a light enough, strong enough structure. This is possible with modern fiberglass “composite” construction, but at substantial cost to produce the molds. Thus, composites are expensive for limited construction. However, the term “composite...

... is included to illustrate the efforts to improve construction efficiency, reduce cost and dramatically improve robustness of the yacht structures while minimizing the weight additions that result. Finally we review some of the extensive quality control procedures and manufacturing technology that has been...

... catamaran, which incorporated some new thinking on sail configuration and hull shape. This made it a successful evolutionary, but not revolutionary, step from the current state-of-the-art boats. Compared to Cogito, the main rival, she had a taller, narrower and thinner wing, lighter construction and more...

... arrangement navsea change order construction sail training craft naval academy training craft boat THE 19th CHESAPEAKE SAILING YACHT SYMPOSIUM ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND, MARCH 2009 Development and Initial Review of the Mark II Navy 44 Sail Training Craft Paul Miller, United States Naval Academy, Annapolis...

... Avel is a fine example of early yacht construction; fitting into the evolution of boatbuilding practices found in the pilot cutters and other working craft being built in the late 1800's in the British Isles. She was even built with similar materials: English white oak and elm, Ameri­can long...

... This paper describes the design, construction, and performance of the 27 foot sailboat "Problem Child". The design segment includes the reasons for undertaking such a project, the thought processes that shaped the boat, and the tools used to put the ideas on paper. The construction portion...

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... work and some peculiar aspects regarding the use of tools like the towing tank, the wind tunnel, the CFD codes and the VPP are presented. test rig sname-csys-1993-013 dimension moro genoa sailboat testing different field construction designer america tank THE ELEVENTH CHESAPEAKE...

... in the development of a competitive America's Cup Class Yacht. laminate cure temperature maximum core thickness resistance cup class rule material selection cup class yacht delft university honeycomb core construction structural design america hull form core thickness - THE TENTH CHESAPEAKE...

.... Her design and structure, however, are considerably more advanced. Using contemporary techniques and tools in both design and construction she is, we believe, one of the finest wooden schooners of this size to be built. It is the purpose of this paper to describe some of the design and construction...

... yawls and the other sail training craft now used by the Sailing Squadron. us government yawl replacement john bond sailing squadron academy yawl yawl construction longitudinal center naval academy sailing squadron boat 44-foot offshore training craff THE NINTH CHESAPEAKE SAILING...

... To say that building a sailboat forty feet long was an experience is a severe over­simplification. A fellow stopped by during construction of the hull, and after observing me for a while asked, "Is this a business?" My reply was that I wouldn't do this again for anyone. However, after turning...

... The development of the design of the 40 meter (131 foot) ketch ANTONIA is followed from the com­mission to the beginning of construction. The requirements of the client are reviewed against the final design. The scantlings for the basic structure are presented, along with their evolution...

... into historical perspective and point up its many advantages. The basic concepts of analytic geometry of surfaces needed for yacht hull design are briefly introduced with references. Several special aspects of the geometry of yacht hulls, arising from considerations of aesthetics, hydrodynamics, and construction...

... in numerous commercial applications, and its potential as a boat hull reinforcement was recognized. This paper will outline the characteristics of "Kevlar" 49 and describe how it can be used in solid laminates and sandwich constructions. resistance kevlar yarn application pont fabric construction...

... The design and construction of a Twelve Meter Yacht is achieved through a remarkable combination of talents and efforts. To convert concepts of performance into an actual America's Cup contender is a complex process whose coordination and timing are crucial to its success. This section...

... An America's Cup campaign is a total effort that involves challenges of design, construction, sailmaking, steering, tactics, crewwork, tuning, fund raising, and management. Failure in any one of these areas can and usually does handicap an effort, resulting in a certain visit by the Selection...