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Understanding Yacht Design

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Understanding Yacht Design

For Boat Buyers, Owners & Novice Yacht Designers
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This book is great for novice designers who want to use pencil and paper or Computer Aided Design. Most of the maths has been replaced by simple rules of thumb. It is equally useful for boat owners who want to modify the hull, rig, deck layout or accommodation. It is invaluable to boat buyers who want to ask questions like: "How will she sail?"; "How much will she cost?"; "How easy is it to change things?" and "How can I reduce or increase sail area without upsetting the balance?". So, if you are any of the above, or simply have an interest in yacht design, this is the book for you!

Author Biography:

Ian Nicolson has been a yacht designer for over 50 years, following the example of his great grandfather who was closely involved in the design of the Cutty Sark. The younger Nicolson built a 30ft sloop in Canada and sailed it back to Britain single-handed, celebrating his 25th birthday at sea. He lectures at two universities and has probably written more technical books and articles than anyone. He also races the family Sigma 33 and has been on various race-winning boats since 1945.
Release date Australia
January 30th, 2003
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Audience
  • General (US: Trade)
Country of Publication
United Kingdom
Illustrations
17 Diagrams; 17 Diagrams
Imprint
Fernhurst Books
Pages
126
Publisher
Fernhurst Books Limited
Dimensions
172x238x8
ISBN-13
9781898660828
Product ID
2097836

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