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27.04.2021 20:58:18
The AC75s actually have three foils with a third ‘wing' on the bottom of the rudder.
See full version: America; s Cup 2021 boats: How do they work, what is foiling and how quick can they go
The AC75s actually have three foils with a third ‘wing' on the bottom of the rudder.
But so far they have proved to be a real hit, with the boats well matched and capable of speeds in excess of 50 knots in the right conditions.
The AC75 Class Rule defines the parameters within which teams can design a yacht eligible to compete. It regulates all aspects of the boat to ensure fair and exciting racing, whilst leaving plenty of freedom for innovation to flourish.
The wing movements are programmed in a computer, which can change the angle of the wing flaps to alter the lift they produce to keep the boat flying at optimum height
For the 36th America's Cup, teams will be sailing in AC75s, or more specifically 75-foot foiling monohulls.
Many people predicted these boats would be a complete disaster, that it would be impossible to get a huge monohull flying out of the water with two heavy arms sticking off the sides. here
Propulsion: 2 x 9000 KW MTU Diesel engines + Two Gas turbines. Total power = 97,000hp
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Spanish-built superyacht Foners was launched in 2000 as the royal yacht for King Juan Carlos of Spain. The very fast vessel was built by Izar Yachts and she was originally called Fortuna. Propelled by two 1,280 hp MAN diesel engines and three Rolls Royce 6,700 hp gas turbines driving three Kamewa water jets. Total power: 22,660 hp. Maximum speed: 70 knots. more
Blowing the competition out of the water is the latest model from Greek boatbuilder Technohull. The Sea DNA 999 is a 10.3 metre RIB tender with a claimed top speed of 81 knots, as proven by her recent sea trials. This means owners can cruise from Athens to Mykonos in less than two hours — ideal for a speedy weekend getaway. here
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