delta pads

Discussion in 'Boat Design' started by halihunter, Jun 13, 2005.

  1. halihunter
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    halihunter Junior Member

    Does any one have experience or comments on delta pads. This is where on a deep v hull, the hull is flattened in a triangular shape going forward from the transom. This is supposed to create additional lift. I was wondering how this effects the seakeeping in larger seas.
     
  2. cyclops
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    cyclops Senior Member

    Very very little effect at non planing speeds. A slow left to right waddel is all.
     
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