Laser Foiler!

Laser Foiler

I'm surprised that the previous videos "do not exist". Coincidetly I just ran into another video and story.
article: http://www.ybw.com/features/seeing-is-believing-foiling-a-laser-9989
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZT1k0W4ZJg&feature=youtube_gdata_player

 

Hi all,

I hope you’re all doing well! I’m currently engaged in a Design Technology project for my IB Diploma, focusing on designing a foil for a Laser sailboat. Having done some research, I’m quite fascinated by the possibilities and challenges associated with such a project.

I've been looking into existing designs and came across discussions here, especially those surrounding the innovative surface piercing foils and the various methods of creating altitude control. However, I would love to gather more insights from those of you who have experience or expertise in this area.

To help guide my project, here are some specific areas where I’d greatly appreciate your advice:

• Design Considerations: What are the critical parameters to consider when designing a foil? For instance, aspects such as foil shape, dimensions, and angle of incidence.
• Material Choices: What materials do you recommend for constructing durable yet effective foils for a Laser?
• Best Practices: Are there specific construction techniques that ensure both performance and durability?
• Challenges: What common challenges did you face during your design or building process, and how did you overcome them?
• Resources: Are there any reference materials, websites, or communities you recommend for ongoing research and support?

Any information or experiences you could share would be invaluable to me as I work on this project. Thank you so much in advance for your time and insights!

Looking forward to your responses!

Best regards,
Grace