Aerospace and the environment

Article Abstract:

Custom boatbuilders are using carbon-epoxy materials cured in pressurized ovens. Vacuum-bagging to bond cores to skins has improved the lamination process on production boats. New laminating technology will meet environmental standards.

Innovations, Boating industry, Boatbuilding, Plastic laminates, Laminated plastics

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Ericson 38

Article Abstract:

The Ericson 38 ($125,810) is a cruiser first designed by Bruce King in 1980. The 1992 model has a new gelcoat, upgraded hardware, LeFiell Spars mast and new-generation wing keel.

Evaluation, Sailboats, Ericson 38 (Boat, sail)

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Expanding the envelope

Article Abstract:

The latest sailing equipment is more innovative that previous equipment. Brief descriptions of several pieces of equipment and supplies are presented.

Equipment and supplies, Sailing

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