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Old 10-24-2010, 04:22 PM
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keels and roll.

I was wondering if there is any data or experience regarding fin keels cyclically hooking up and stalling as a result of vessel's roll so as to perpetuate a roll; working like a clock escapement does?

Any public data on how roll affects keel performance (or vice versa).
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I was wondering if there is any data or experience regarding fin keels cyclically hooking up and stalling as a result of vessel's roll so as to perpetuate a roll; working like a clock escapement does?

Any public data on how roll affects keel performance (or vice versa).
Isn't this what happens when a canter runs out of fuel?

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