This chapter revisits the combined effects of the aero- and hydromechanic forces and there mutual interaction in some further detail, with particular attention for the performance aspects. The first section addresses the problem of optimizing boat performance and the role therein of so-called Velocity Prediction Programs (VPP). Next, the dependence of (upwind) boat performance on the shapes of hull, sails and appendages is illustrated through applications of a VPP developed by the author. The chapter (and the book) is concluded with discussions on directional stability, dynamic interactions in rolling and yawing motions and sailing in waves.
Encore: Sailing; Aerodynamics Plus Hydromechanics
The Aero- and Hydromechanics of Keel Yachts ; Chapter : 8 ; 471-527
2015-04-25
57 pages
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