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https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/95154| Title: | Design and construction of a human-powered hydrofoil boat |
| Authors: | Dalli, Franco (1992) Pace, Jonathan (1992) |
| Keywords: | Hydrofoil boats Pontoons Propulsion systems Mechanics |
| Issue Date: | 1992 |
| Citation: | Dalli, F., & Pace, J. (1992). Design and construction of a human-powered hydrofoil boat (Bachelor’s dissertation). |
| Abstract: | The design of our hydrofoil boat consists of two displacement hulls with a bicycle like frame attached between them. The propulsion mechanism is a propeller rotated through a series of chainwheel sprockets connecting the pedal crank to the propeller shaft. When the person starts cycling, the boat moves forward; at a certain speed, it begins to lift out of the water until it is totally supported on two submerged T-foils; a small one, with incidence control, in front, and the larger one strategically placed beneath the cyclist. Steering is effected by means of a linkage mechanism between the handlebars and the rudder. |
| Description: | B.ENG (HONS) |
| URI: | https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/95154 |
| Appears in Collections: | Dissertations - FacEng - 1968-2014 Dissertations - FacEngME - 1968-2015 |
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| B.MECH.ENG.(HONS)_Dalli_Franco_Pace_Jonathan_1992.PDF Restricted Access | 10.76 MB | Adobe PDF | View/Open Request a copy |
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