Spy pics of the new Doug Wright 38
01-20-2005, 11:51 AM
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Re: Spy pics of the new Doug Wright 38
Originally Posted by Doug Wright
We use MasterCam software to design as well as plot tool paths for our CNC machine to mill the plugs for the hull, deck, etc. The computer model is translated through IGES into the FEA program to help develope the structural engineering for the boats. (We don't do have the FEA in house.)
The CFD program would be nice help predict the design of the boats to calculate wetted surface area, strake locations, deadrise, (step angles & location) for speed and handling. (We don't have that software available for our use.)
Aero dynamics are equally important to speed and handling. The compression in the tunnel that creates lift to help nuetralize the weight can have a major effect on the performance of the boat, too much can make the boat flighty & quirky in turns, not enough can make the boat slower.
Aero dynamic balance is important to the performance of the boat. Once the boat leaves the water it is faster and safer to maintain a level attitude.
Air does not like to travel in a staight line. To reduce drag it is important eliminate as many sharp edges above the chine as possible. In the end speed and handing are all about compromise.
The CFD program would be nice help predict the design of the boats to calculate wetted surface area, strake locations, deadrise, (step angles & location) for speed and handling. (We don't have that software available for our use.)
Aero dynamics are equally important to speed and handling. The compression in the tunnel that creates lift to help nuetralize the weight can have a major effect on the performance of the boat, too much can make the boat flighty & quirky in turns, not enough can make the boat slower.
Aero dynamic balance is important to the performance of the boat. Once the boat leaves the water it is faster and safer to maintain a level attitude.
Air does not like to travel in a staight line. To reduce drag it is important eliminate as many sharp edges above the chine as possible. In the end speed and handing are all about compromise.
Thank you for the response.
01-20-2005, 04:12 PM
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Re: Spy pics of the new Doug Wright 38
Originally Posted by DPT MOTORSPORTS
Thanks Dan, Dieing to see the pics. Stock class has always been my favorite even way back when when the boats were 24 Skaters and 25Motion with Merc 200's on them. Best bang for the buck class in Offshore.
GET WITH MAXIMUS HE IS THE GATE KEEPER ON THE PIC'S
I LUV THE OUTBOARDS TO! CAN'T WAIT TO GET THE NEW DOUG WRIGHT!
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01-26-2005, 10:03 PM
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Re: Spy pics of the new Doug Wright 38
Any updates?? How is Doug and company making out with the cleanup from the fire??? Hope all is going well down there.
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01-30-2005, 02:17 PM
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Re: Spy pics of the new Doug Wright 38
Doug,
Hope all is still coming along. Once you get things back in order bring this thread back with the new work you begin doing on the 38'. Hope all is well.
DPT
Hope all is still coming along. Once you get things back in order bring this thread back with the new work you begin doing on the 38'. Hope all is well.
DPT
02-06-2005, 07:52 PM
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Re: Spy pics of the new Doug Wright 38
We are still working on the 38' deck will get some up dates soon!
I've always herd a ton of good things about the Al Copeland family from New Orleans. My son And I, along with our crew, had the pleasure of meeting Al Jr. & his wife Elizabeth on Friday. We gave them the three hour tour of both of our facilities. Al has a 38' on order , hopefully it'll be in the water by early summer.
I've always herd a ton of good things about the Al Copeland family from New Orleans. My son And I, along with our crew, had the pleasure of meeting Al Jr. & his wife Elizabeth on Friday. We gave them the three hour tour of both of our facilities. Al has a 38' on order , hopefully it'll be in the water by early summer.
