The art of glass

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning the use of fibreglass in boatbuilding are discussed. The most commonly used fibre is electrical-grade glass, while the more expensive structural glass is generally only used in high-load areas. Fibreglass is used as rovings, which are loose bundles of continuous fibres, chopped-strand mat or fibreglass cloth.

Usage, Equipment and supplies, Boatbuilding, Glass fibers

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Crunching the numbers

Article Abstract:

Various sailing characteristics, which help in evaluating boats, are described and definitions of numerical parameters like displacement sail area and performance, ballast ratio, and length-to-beam ratio are provided. The buyers use the numerical parameters quoted by boatbuilders and boating press to evaluate boats.

Sailing, Boats and boating, Boats, Instructions, Cigarette boats

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Cold comfort

Article Abstract:

The advancements in refrigeration technology have created new options for cruisers. Cruising sailors have three choices in refrigeration, such as constant-cycling AC, engine-driven holding plate and DC, and their benefits and shortcomings are discussed.

United States, Marine refrigeration, Marine refrigeration equipment

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