Spinnaker pole failures

Discussion in 'Boat Design' started by nemo, Mar 13, 2003.

  1. nemo
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    nemo Naval Architect

    We've seen at least a couple of spinnaker pole failures during this America's Cup (Prada and NZ), what are the causes, the failure modes? Buckling or just tensile strenght?
     
    nemo, Mar 13, 2003
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  2. Laz
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    As I recall, it's usually due to a lateral impact on the spar, as in slamming it against the forestay.

    Otherwise, the only stress they ever see is compression along the length, and that they can handle.

    I think...

    -Dan
     
    Laz, Mar 18, 2003
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