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Improved impact performance of marine sandwich panels using through-thickness reinforcement: Experimental results [PDF]
, 2010 This paper presents results from a test developed to simulate the water impact (slamming) loading of sandwich boat structures. A weighted elastomer ball is dropped from increasing heights onto rigidly supported panels until damage is detected. Results
Baley, C. +4 more
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The Impact of Different Bow Shapes on Large Yacht Comfort
Journal of Marine Science and Engineering, 2023 The importance of comfort during transfer and stationing becomes a key performance parameter for large yacht design, on the same level as propulsive issues.
Ermina Begović +4 more
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EcoEnergy, EarlyView.As maritime transport electrifies, bidirectional charging (V2G) offers a dual‐purpose solution for energy resilience and economic viability. This work identifies key technological advancements and lifecycle challenges utilizing practical case studies to demonstrate how V2G systems can drive decarbonization and grid stability in the marine sector ...
Jonathan Bloor +3 more
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The induced wave energy damping effect owing to rearrangement rubble mound breakwater
Journal of Ocean Engineering and Science, 2019 To maintain the calmness of the harbor, rubble mound breakwaters are one of the practical measures to protect sailing and mooring waters. This paper investigates the effect of relocated rubble mound breakwaters on tranquillity in Busan yacht range and ...
Asgar Ahadpour Dodaran, Park Sang Kil
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Annals of "Dunărea de Jos" University of Galaţi: Fascicle XI Shipbuilding, 2023 The objective of this study is to analyze the global structural strength of a pleasure yacht by advanced FEA approach. This is accomplished by developing and implementing a user FEMAP API script for equilibrating the FEA ship model, in calm water and ...
Alexandru Popa, Leonard Domnișoru
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Psychology &Marketing, EarlyView.ABSTRACT Consuming luxury products and services has received little systematic attention as a potential pathway to consumer well‐being, despite sporadic evidence suggesting that luxury experiences may catalyse self‐transformational processes and happiness‐related outcomes.
Solon Magrizos +2 more
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Prediction of velocity and attitude of a yacht sailing upwind by computational fluid dynamics
International Journal of Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering, 2016 One of the most important factors in sailing yacht design is accurate velocity prediction. Velocity prediction programs (VPP's) are widely used to predict velocity of sailing yachts. VPP's, which are primarily based on experimental data and experience of
Heebum Lee +3 more
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Sail optimization for upwind sailing: application in a Tornado, the Olympic class catamaran.
, 2008 A study of a boat’s motion is carried out in order to analyze the aerodynamic properties of the optimal sail for obtaining the maximum velocity when sailing to windward.
Ana Laverón-Simavilla +11 more
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‘Reinventing’ the Beach? Lessons from a Local Development Plan in the French Riviera
The Political Quarterly, EarlyView.Abstract Coastal squeeze is now so tangible both globally and locally that the focus of scientific debate has expanded from the erosion of beaches to the risk of their disappearance. In this context, it is crucial to explore local development plans that aim to preserve the long‐term existence of a beach.
Isabelle Bruno, Grégory Salle
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The British Journal of Sociology, EarlyView.ABSTRACT The 2000s have witnessed a significant, worldwide boom in new art museums founded by private, wealthy collectors. While the arts have long been a key arena for the remaking of elite distinction and the reproduction of inequalities, this surge in private museums has sparked much controversy.
Sara de Andrade Silva +2 more
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