Methods and apparatus for providing an improved sailboat and hul

Details Methods and apparatus for providing an improved sailboat and hul Methods and apparatus for providing an improved sailboat and hul

1987-01-06

1989-03-21

Basinger, Sherman D.

Ships

Displacement-type hull

Multiple hulls

114256, 114283, 114363, B63B 120

Patent

active

048133663

ABSTRACT:
A catamaran and related hull configuration. The hull of the current invention has two generally curved indentations which run most of the length of the hull. Running down the center of the underside of the hull, and separating the two indentations, is a slightly elongated keel section. While the hull is moving through the water the indentations act as hydrofoils, lifting the hull out of the water and reducing the water resistance. At the same time the elongated keel provides stability. The hull may be incorporated into a catamaran which easily collapses for storage and transportation, or for use as a fishing boat.

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