Fin propulsion

Discussion in 'Propulsion' started by swashdrive, Oct 26, 2012.

  1. swashdrive
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    swashdrive Junior Member

    Hi everyone
    There has been some previous threads on propulsion using oscillating fins, I have since scaled up to a manned size cat boat for sea trials, results are quite good so far, i think !
    This is a work in progress prototype for experiment only.
    comment are welcome.
    regards
    Craig
    Swashdrive™

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZKK-WXStiv4
     
    swashdrive, Oct 26, 2012
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  2. Liighthead
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    Liighthead Junior Member

    not bad
    could this be peddle powered? or
     
    Liighthead, Oct 26, 2012
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  3. WestVanHan
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    So 700 watts at what speed?
    And how fast would 700 watts get you using an electric outboard?
     
    WestVanHan, Oct 27, 2012
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