hi there, I have to build a hatch for a 31 footer. The original one broke in 3 pieces, and I have a similar one from another boat. I am just...
I'm interested in vacuum bagging. So far the only Starter Kit that I've found (in Europe) is this one:...
Hi there, I'm working in a sailing school where we've got around 40 boats; from Optimist up to 44" cruiser (all sailing boats). Plus something...
Shape of a flexing mast, pros/cons? Hi guys, I'd like to know the opinion of different sailors/designers on the shape of a mast. I'm talking...
Right now I'm having a look at my rig design (the one for my Uni project). This time I'm using three spreaders, for a 60 footer. Now, playing...
I know this isn't the most common question around here, but... do you guys know where to find some plans from a containership? I'm not...
I've got a doubt from the scantling calculations at Larsson (page 294 from the second edition). That's the Fig 14.20, titled Calculation of the...
I'm reading through the Scantling Determination at Larsson, and for their 40 footer they give the following laminate: 50% CSM + 50% WR ;...
First of all, I'm including my own Excel file to calculate the transversal loads on the rig. I was about to do a preliminary scantling, but I...
Hi guys, I'm doing the calculations for the rig, and I need the dimensions and mechanical properties of "big" masts (it's for a 60 footer)....
Hi again, right now I'm in the middle of a design for the university. It's a 60 footer, a flush deck. Anyway, I just wanted to show you how...
Hi again, I wanted to post some pictures from a project I was doing at University last year. But all I found is the Power Point Presentation, so...
Hi there, I was wondering how you guys design decks on Maxsurf. Usually I duplicate the hull surface, then I flip it. Next I use the compact...
Hi there, I've been reading a couple of issues of a magazine called Classic Boat. They've got lots of information about different boats,...
Hi guys, I'd like to know your opinion on this type of Performance Chart. Like, what do you think about the values, if you've seen similar...
Hi everyone, I was wondering if any of you has ever used some CNC in the boat industry. What equipment do you need? Like what software and...
Hi everyone, I have a question about rig dimensions. I think I know most of the theory about rig tension, loads, dimensions... but I have never...
Hi, I'm interested in CFD, and I was wondering if there is any freeware (or available for students) that would admit as input a profile from a CAD...
Hi everyone, in a couple of months I'm starting my final project for the university: 60 footer sailing boat. I have in mind the same style as...
