Pipe-flow propulsion??

Discussion in 'Boat Design' started by SanSan, Aug 28, 2005.

  1. SanSan
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    Hi everyone,

    I am not a boat builder nor aim to be, but am currently working on a small project.

    I know that if you dip a cup or a bucket underneath the water it will suck the water in. Now, if I were to make it so that the water only flowed in from one direction, do you think the opposite force from that suction could possibly move a small, light boat forward? The boat will be very light and made out of paper products/paper mache. Could this go somewhere, or am I wasting my time?

    I greatly appreciate any responses.

    Thank you!
     
    SanSan, Aug 28, 2005
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