For reduced risk of broaching, you can go with either a dig in approach or an on-top of the water approach. For a beachable boat, you want a boat...
vacuum vs gravity If you elevate the reservoir, then you have gravity flow. If you rely entirely on vacuum, you are ensured a more uniform...
In 1980, I purchased a parachute at the army surplus store, and pulled it behind a 17' semi V sea ray with an on fashion ski harness, 115hp...
You are correct that ordinarily VI is used for FRG to cover the foam, however, you may be able to alter the procedure to meet your needs. I see...
vacuum infusion Have you considered using vacuum infusion. This technique would allow you to position, and reposition as much as you desire,...
Thank you all for your suggestions. One of the boats has an Arkansas number on it. I'm still trying to find that owner. I have not found their...
Although I'm not a legal expert, the lore is that Texas has no salvage laws. I first heard comment about the law years ago regarding a story of...
This material Poraver is very useful in a concrete canoe. http://www.boatdesign.net/forums/materials/poraver-new-35743.html
Phil, Thank you for your thoughtful response. The one dimensional spring model does introduce a perspective that I had not considered. Is...
Your drawing reminds me of the new haven sharpie sail plans. They had three mast positions, but it seems only two at a time were in use. I belive...
Leo, Thanks for the reference and making the point about the cavity being open to the atmosphere. Your guidance is always appreciated....
1) Is the dynamic lift proportional to the size of hollow in the water behind the transom? I believe this to be the case, but would be interested...
It seems there is a nature vs nurture, DNA vs environment, type argument about art. Another argument might be … If elements of art and beauty...
I use a clear plastic tubing by the brand name of Tygon which does not dissolve in acetone. If it is not under presure, you don't need the nylon...
Phil, I agree that the attitude or inspiration is more the goal than deception of motion, however, would not deception of motion contribute to an...
The aesthetics of a boat design are certainly subjective, and few designers seem to venture into analyzing what make a boat beautiful. Here...
I think this is a very interesting approach. What do you think of using this method to produce Kit boats which can be assembled by amatures...
Thanks for the explanation. I did realize the importance of the following statements: Odyssey had argued in federal court that the wreck was...
I expect many of you are familar with this story. It has been on discovery channel....
The geometry and surface area of the metal is significant. The electric potential creates a pressure only on the surface, so the surface area...