Yes that’s basically it. Lets say for example the natural wind is 8mph and your pointed say 20 deg off the wind upwind. Now add your forward...
Here is a link to my original thread from 5 yrs ago, when I was working on the prop designs, (trying to get advise). unusual need for high pitch...
I built a tri-powered boat and have been using it about 5-6 yrs now, with no issues, however I'm ready to improve the design, performance, and...
your correct no new thinking, and definately nothing special or spectacular. but I do have lots of fun for under a buck a week
I'm just curious, have you looked at the Hobie Mirage pedal drive system, I have a 2 person pedal boat (Hobie Tandem Island) using the Hobie pedal...
I have been reading everything possible on wing sails for 3-4 yrs now and have a different take on the concept of wing sails verses conventional...
Tom: In that video I didn't have any sails out at all, The wing jib is a wing sail that just follows the wind like a weather vane would, it free...
Trent: I actually came up with the same conclusion as you did. It appears that the motor is designed to mount behind the transom on a...
OK I have installed the second motor on my boat now here is a pic of the setup [IMG] Here is another pic with a closeup of the 8 inch dia 10"...
Jeff: Awesome idea and way easier to do, I'll do that Bob
Mr Efficiency: That is a very good idea, Once the chain reaction has started and the wing is working (perpetual motion), I'm just dragging that...
I have a Hobie Tandem Island human powered hybrid pedal boat, I currently have the boat rigged with wing sails and a Honda bf2.3 motor for...
Maybe I misread some of the comments, I was only trying to point out that the EC challenge is not similar to many of the sanctioned Class racing...