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Old 07-17-2011, 08:26 AM
idkfa idkfa is offline
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Maybe this might be useful - HullScant

http://www.wumtia.soton.ac.uk/software.html
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Old 07-17-2011, 08:38 AM
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I will write some of what Ed Horstman says in his book ( Foam Fiberglass Sandwich Construction).Structurally speaking if you double the thickness of the foam you obtain approximately 4 times the bending strength and approximatly 8 times less deflection. Structully it is best to use a thicker material first and a higher density second if in doubt. Never go below 4lb density. Add 10% to the outer laminate to compensate for the extra abuse it receives Structurlly both surfaces carry basicly the same load but theouter is subject to abuses like scratches. rick
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Old 07-17-2011, 11:26 PM
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Two more good advice.. Thanks rberrey and idkfa..

I might be able to get some of the books in Southafria , here in Mauritius i cant..

RXcomposit . I have sent u a message aboute a frend that might want to build a Cat in Phillipines, Not sure if that would be interesting to u?
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