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Forum: General Boating Discussion

12-03-2011, 01:31 PM

Replies: 269

Cockpit construction

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Posted By tstanley

I agree that there are lots of disadvantages to...

I agree that there are lots of disadvantages to the four bar test. It can be scammed by creating a layup with a thick core and thin skins, and it will be stiffer. There is also judgement involved...

Forum: General Boating Discussion

12-03-2011, 11:25 AM

Replies: 269

Cockpit construction

Views: 55,450

Posted By tstanley

panel test

In the OPC category each cell builder is required to submit a small flat panel that Ziggy Boettle tests. The panel is supported near each end and force is applied through two bars spaced apart in...

Forum: General Boating Discussion

12-02-2011, 09:29 PM

Replies: 269

Cockpit construction

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Posted By tstanley

fea

There are some good ideas on this thread. My contribution regards finite element analysis.

I believe that a combination of fea along with the panel test that is used by the OPC catagory of APBA...

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