Optimum Scow bow angle?

Discussion in 'Boat Design' started by MarkIFC, Nov 12, 2007.

  1. MarkIFC
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    MarkIFC Junior Member

    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?
     
  2. MikeJohns
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    MikeJohns Senior Member

    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 ?
     
  3. ted655
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    ted655 Senior Member

    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
     
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