Aero-hydrodynamics and the Performance of Sailing Yachts: The Science Behind Sai

Description: FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE Aero-hydrodynamics and the Performance of Sailing Yachts by Prof. Fabio Fossati, Fabio Fossati A groundbreaking, technical book on yacht design linked to the theory and testing of how a sailing yacht behaves underway. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This is a groundbreaking, technical analysis of yacht design, linked tothetheory and testing of how a sailing yacht behaves underway. It iscutting edge - the author (a world expert in the field) has drawn hisconclusions from years of research, analytical testing in wind tunnelsand tanks, and his results represent the state of the art inperformance prediction whichunderlies all modern yacht design.State of the art and with a revolutionary modern approach, Aero-hydrodynamics and the Performance of Sailing Yachts providesa systematic and completely up to date analysis, complete with colourphotographs and diagrams throughout. An essential, and long awaited,work for all professional yacht designers, racing sailors and studentsof yacht design. Notes Subtitled, The Science Behind Sailing Yachts & Their Design. Author Biography Fabio Fossati has been scientific co-ordinator for the wind tunneltesting of sailing yachts at Milan Polytechnic since 2004, and was incharge of wind tunnel testing for the Prada Challenge and Luna Rossa AmericasCup teams. He iscurrently Research Associate of the International Technical Committeeof the Offshore Racing Congress, and is also a keen sailor. Review ...for students intending to make a career in yacht design and testing... * Amateur Yacht Research Society (October 2009) *Based on research in wind tunnel and test tank - as well as with real life 12-Metres - its profound and authoritative. * Sailing Today (February 2010) *...an in-depth analysis...the cruising sailor will enjoy explanations of the science behind design, velocity, heeling effects, steering performance, stability and hull characteristics. * Yachting Monthly (June 2010) *Fabio Fossati has compiled a book that will be of interest to yachting designers and enthusiasts for years to come. * Nautical Magazine (May 2010) *very clearly written and well illustrated * Ausmarine (November 2010) *dip into this design bible and its full colour pictures and diagrams will soon draw you in...clear and engaging * Yachting World (April 2011) * Promotional A groundbreaking, technical book on yacht design linked to the theory and testing of how a sailing yacht behaves underway. Long Description This is a state of the art technical analysis of yacht design, linked to the theory and testing of how a sailing yacht behaves at sea. Fabio Fossati is a world expert in the field and has drawn his conclusions from years of research and testing in wind tunnels and tanks. His work has placed him at the forefront of performance prediction which underlies all modern yacht design. With its cutting edge, modern approach, Aero-hydrodynamics and the Performance of Sailing Yachts provides a systematic and up to date analysis, complete with colour photographs and diagrams throughout. An essential, and long awaited work for all professional yacht designers, racing sailors and students of yacht design. Review Quote ...for students intending to make a career in yacht design and testing... Promotional "Headline" A groundbreaking technical analysis of yacht design based on cutting edge research in the field of aero-hydrodynamics. Details ISBN1408113384 Year 2009 ISBN-10 1408113384 ISBN-13 9781408113387 Format Paperback Media Book Imprint Adlard Coles Nautical Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 623.81223 Illustrations Colour diagrams, graphs and photos throughout Language English Short Title Aero-Hydrodynamics and the Performance of Sailing Yachts Publication Date 2009-12-18 UK Release Date 2009-12-18 NZ Release Date 2009-12-18 Author Fabio Fossati Pages 368 Subtitle The Science Behind Sailing Yachts and their Design Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Audience General AU Release Date 2010-03-04 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICY No questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERY No matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. SECURE PAYMENT Peace of mind by paying through PayPal and eBay Buyer Protection TheNile_Item_ID:161569006;

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