Advantages of stacking foils one above other in comparison to vee foils; discussion of mathematics of wave encounters and vertical accelerations in rough seas, and easy method of calculation; new Hydrofin as alternative to feeler arms; effects of orbital motions; essential features of practical platforming hydrofoil craft; controls and drives; comparisons, on efficiency basis, of hydrofoils and air cushion vehicle. (pt 4 Feb 1966 p 165-88)


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    Title :

    Hydrofoil -- Possibilities and limitations


    Additional title:

    North East Coast Instn Engrs Shipbldrs -- Trans


    Contributors:
    Hook, C. (author)


    Publication date :

    1966


    Type of media :

    Article (Journal)


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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