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  1. INTRODUCTION TO SAILBOAT DESIGN: A TECHNICAL EXPLORATION

    Learn about the key aspects of sailboat design, from methodology to evaluation, in this highly technical article. Explore the challenges and solutions of hull, keel, rudder, sail, balance, propulsion, scantling, stability, and layout design.

  2. Elements of Sailboat Design that will Help Make You a Better ...

    Sailboat Design: Stability, Buoyancy and Performance. Simply stated, the first requirement of sailboat design is that the yacht designer's creation is seaworthy; particularly in that it stays afloat and is highly resistant to capsize - but of course we expect rather more than that...

  3. Boat Design Net - the Boat Design and Boat Building Site

    Find sailboat design plans, concepts, reviews, and resources on this site. Join the discussion forums, browse the gallery, and search the directory of yacht designers and naval architects.

  4. Comparing Design Ratios - Sail Magazine

    Learn how to compare and contrast different sailboat designs using nondimensional ratios such as D/L, SA/D and Ballast Ratio. Find out how these ratios affect the performance, comfort and stability of a boat under sail.

  5. The Ultimate Guide To Sail Boat Designs: Exploring Sail Shape ...

    Learn about the different types of sail shapes, masts and keels in sail boat design and how they affect performance, stability and manoeuvrability. This guide covers Bermuda, Gaff, Lateen, Sloop, Cutter and Ketch rigs, as well as Fin, Full and Wing keels.

  6. Sailboat Design Evolution - Cruising World

    How have sailboats changed over the past decades in terms of design, performance and comfort? This article compares and contrasts different models and styles of cruising yachts and explores the challenges and trends of modern sailboat design.