About the project:
The project’s goal was to measure the sailboat’s hull for the mathematical calculation of resistance needed for competition in ORC Championship races.
The process commenced with a thorough measurement of the sailboat hull using the Flexijet 3D device. Measurements were taken at specific positions on both the right and left sides of the hull to ensure maximum data precision.
After completing the measurements, the obtained data was converted into digital format and exported to an Excel spreadsheet. These data were then imported into a specialized application for calculating the resistance of the sailboat hull, utilizing mathematical models and algorithms.
Results from this project provided a detailed insight into the geometry of the sailboat hull and its associated components, enabling accurate calculations of hydrodynamic forces related to lift and resistance. This information is crucial for generating ORC Rating certificates and for computing the sailboat’s polar speeds.
Flexijet operator for 3D measurement and preparation of measurement drawings: Edo Aganović
Project summary
Project of digitizing and mathematically calculating the resistance of a sailboat’s hull represents an innovative approach in applying the Flexijet 3D device.
This project requires precision and technological sophistication, considering the complexity of the sailboat hull’s geometry and the need for a detailed analysis of hydrodynamic properties without the use of high technology, the task would be challenging to execute.
- Time required for conventional measurement: impossible to determine
- Time required with Flexijet - 2.5 hours
- Saving time and money: immeasurable
- Efficiency and accuracy: immeasurable