New Skater's at Key West...............
11-29-2011 | 12:38 PM
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11-29-2011 | 08:26 PM
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End Grain Balsa Sandwich Structures
Balsa wood, one of the oldest core materials, is again being used in sandwich structures. Because of its high impact resistance and high compressive properties, End Grain Balsa core panels have exhibited good resistance to heel damage and provide long service life. End Grain Balsa floor panels are still widely used by most airlines and airframe manufacturers. A large stock of balsa wood is available in all densities from General Veneer Manufacturing Co.
http://www.emeraldinsight.com/journa...&show=abstract
I don't know a thing about it but did a quick search and came up with the above.
Balsa wood, one of the oldest core materials, is again being used in sandwich structures. Because of its high impact resistance and high compressive properties, End Grain Balsa core panels have exhibited good resistance to heel damage and provide long service life. End Grain Balsa floor panels are still widely used by most airlines and airframe manufacturers. A large stock of balsa wood is available in all densities from General Veneer Manufacturing Co.
http://www.emeraldinsight.com/journa...&show=abstract
I don't know a thing about it but did a quick search and came up with the above.
ya beat me to it BIG Daddy
ROCK ON !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
ITS A SKATER NATION !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
12-01-2011 | 02:44 PM
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My 368 is full carbon fiber, & hasn't had a single stress crack of any kind or any sign of wear at all in the 6 years I've had it. I've had it in rough Lake Michigan water, as well as rough Atlantic water many times, & it's the strongest boat I've ever had.
01-02-2012 | 10:07 AM
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OK, here is the information on the 482 Skater.....
LOA, 48'2"
running length, 42'6"
beam, 11'10"
tunnel width, 66'
tunnel height in front, 44"
tunnel height in rear, 25"
deadrise, 18 degrees
Construction: Vacuum Bagged S-Glass/Kevlar/Carbon Fiber Composite with Aircraft Grade Balsa Core Sandwich and Epoxy Resin.
LOA, 48'2"
running length, 42'6"
beam, 11'10"
tunnel width, 66'
tunnel height in front, 44"
tunnel height in rear, 25"
deadrise, 18 degrees
Construction: Vacuum Bagged S-Glass/Kevlar/Carbon Fiber Composite with Aircraft Grade Balsa Core Sandwich and Epoxy Resin.
Tom
01-02-2012 | 10:14 AM
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2011 Miami to Key West / SKATER Photo Gallery
01-04-2012 | 01:21 PM
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End Grain Balsa Sandwich Structures
Balsa wood, one of the oldest core materials, is again being used in sandwich structures. Because of its high impact resistance and high compressive properties, End Grain Balsa core panels have exhibited good resistance to heel damage and provide long service life. End Grain Balsa floor panels are still widely used by most airlines and airframe manufacturers. A large stock of balsa wood is available in all densities from General Veneer Manufacturing Co.
http://www.emeraldinsight.com/journa...&show=abstract
I don't know a thing about it but did a quick search and came up with the above.
Balsa wood, one of the oldest core materials, is again being used in sandwich structures. Because of its high impact resistance and high compressive properties, End Grain Balsa core panels have exhibited good resistance to heel damage and provide long service life. End Grain Balsa floor panels are still widely used by most airlines and airframe manufacturers. A large stock of balsa wood is available in all densities from General Veneer Manufacturing Co.
http://www.emeraldinsight.com/journa...&show=abstract
I don't know a thing about it but did a quick search and came up with the above.
That book is from 1956.....
01-04-2012 | 03:16 PM
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01-04-2012 | 04:22 PM
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