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Sailing questions #1-#4
On Dec 3, 11:56*am, "Charles Momsen" wrote:
Why doesn't a keel achieve maximum efficiency with a leeway angle of 0 degrees? Who says it doesn't? I would say that a keel which makes ZERO leeway is highly efficient... super-efficient.... preternaturally efficient! What is a typical angle for maximum efficiency? Depends on the typical aspect ratio and typical foil section. Many boats make 3~5 degrees leeway when hard on the wind. Does a catamaran have maximum efficiency at 0 degrees? No of course not. Why? Because it's a catamaran, not an iceboat. Fresh Breezes- Doug King |
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