Re: Wacky Propulsion ideas (was Re: New dinghy and homebrew motoridea!)

From: Jim Nolan (panache426@hotmail.com)
Date: Tue Jan 25 2000 - 09:53:23 PST


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Here's a not so wacky idea on replacing sails with kites. Also shows the
relative efficiency of sails.

http://www.dcss.org/speedsl/whyk.html

This may work well with small boats such as dinghies or Potters. The method
reduces heeling tremendously. Sounds like a field experiment for the RMPA.

Jim Nolan P-19 #426 Panache
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