1.(Nautical Terms) an area of fabric, usually Terylene or nylon (formerly canvas), with fittings for holding it in any suitable position to catch the wind, used for propelling certain kinds of vessels, esp over water 2.(Nautical Terms) a voyage on such a vessel:a sail down the river....
The term "points of sail" refers to the different angles a boat can sail relative to the wind direction. In this article, we will explore eachpoint of sailand discuss the reasons behind a boat's orientation in relation to the wind, ultimately aiming atmastering the wind. Understanding Sailbo...
fore-and-aft sail- any sail not set on a yard and whose normal position is in a fore-and-aft direction junk- any of various Chinese boats with a high poop and lugsails lugger- small fishing boat rigged with one or more lugsails ...
Wind Direction Arrow Point of Sail Display –Above the Boat-in-a-Clock Boat Handling Display –Below the Boat-in-a-Clock How does Wind Aware™ work? Getting Started Step 1Launch the App. Step 2Point your Device into the wind & press the “Start” button. ...
The sail portions are arranged to substantially surround the mast to present a substantially streamlined cross-sectional shape when in the folded position, whereby to reduce wind resistance when the sail is not deployed. The mast can be allowed to rotate freely and is nearer the leading than the...
Wind Direction: 75°- 105° Sea State: 0.8mtrs swell, disorganised swell and choppy. Crane In: 1025hrs Dock Out: 1200 hrs Dock In: 1645hrs; Crane out: 1715hrs Takeoff Angle: All self - no data. Total Tacks: 24 - Fully foiling: 20; Touch & Go: 3; Touch Down: 1 Total...
The sailboat is outfitted with meteorological sensors that detect changes in wind direction and speed. When these changes are sensed, the drive motor adjusts the tail to achieve the required angle of attack relative to the incoming flow. This tail torque adjusts the mainsail’s angle of attack...
: to have a specified direction in motion : flow, tend The wind was setting from Pine Hill to the farm. Esther Forbes 9 of a dog : to indicate the position of game by crouching or pointing 10 : to dance face to face with another in a square dance set to your partner and tu...
Fullrealistic sailing physics– in order to sail successfully, you’ll have to tack, reef the sails in heavy weather, keep track of the direction of the wind to find the perfect angle. Watch out for the ever changing weather and waves!
a large orchestra of wind, string, and percussion instruments that plays symphonic works saddle1 of 2noun a padded and leather-covered seat for a horseback rider a padded part of a harness a bicycle or motorcycle seat something like a saddle in shape, position, or useespecially: a support ...