Subject: [harryproa] MLM Update
From: Dennis Cox
Date: 9/2/2010, 11:08 AM
To: harryproa@yahoogroups.com.au
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harryproa@yahoogroups.com.au

 

I've added an updated sketch of MLM to my files section:  MLM1.jpg
 
Changes
  • The curvature of the diagonal beams are the same as the top edge of the side walls of the windward hull.  Strangely, I just happened to have that curve pre-cut in my leftovers after cutting out the windward panels.  Call me opportunist. 
  • There is a pass through in the mast step structure... lets that water flow through instead of being a wall.
  • Netting
  • Main beam transistions from square cross section at lee to round cross section to go into windward hull.
  • Shorted rudders to reflect current bi-directional rudders
  • Leeward hull (and rudders) are cambered 5 degrees inward.  This is calculated so the lee hull is flat as the windward hull is flying.
  • Windward hull remains 0 degrees when sail is unloaded - Assumption that I want maximum flat planing forces to lift windward early.
  • Mast will be cambered 0 degrees when sail is unloaded - Assumption don't want light winds (0 - 5 knots) having to lift the weight of the boom and sail because of a pre-cambered mast.

Changes not made yet.

  • Hobie Sails, and Easy Rig boom
  • Stays
  • fairings on beams and mast step - probably won't be on boat when first launched.

Build Progress

 

I have the windward hull panels cut out and lap jointed.  I have a 4 day weekend this weekend and plan to hopefully dedicate a lot of time.  Hopefully doubling my total build time from my current 40 hours.  I'll upload pictures.

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