Forestay tension

Discussion in 'Sailboats' started by nemo, Feb 11, 2004.

  1. nemo
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    nemo Naval Architect

    how to calculate the forestay tension due to the headsail load, amd thus the deformed forestay shape?
     
    nemo, Feb 11, 2004
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