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11-12-2007, 07:19 PM
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| Optimum Scow bow angle? I am designing pontoons with a flat scow front. Is there an optimum angle for a scow front end? This houseboat will operate in an inland lake and not over 10 mph hull speed. Also, which would be better-- a narrower deeper hull, or a wider shallower hull? Does it matter?  |
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#2
11-14-2007, 05:24 AM
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| No optimum angle. Just better than totally bluff. As for wide shallow deep etc , you are better with a wider hull for the best stability since it is all form stability with this sort of application. But there's not much to go on ! Any concept sketches , numbers ?
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#3
11-14-2007, 07:38 PM
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| The more rake (angle) the less displacement. The less weight capibility in the bows. At 10 mph, you won't have much bow wake. 45 degrees is a easy one to work with. How much total weight will these 'toons need to cary? How much freeboard do you want when fully loaded? Knowing these 2 things will let you play with the displacement equation & get a better idea of the shape of the hulls
__________________ Ted says: If it has tits, tires, or a transom, there's gonna be issues! |
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