A conversation with Pete Fagan of New Hampshire eFoil Surf’s up – even with no wind or waves. Thanks to Lift Foils’ portable and versatile invention, the eFoil, the next generation of surfers is emerging. To make his dream a reality, founder Nick Leason turned to the... Read more
Conducting a sea trial is a necessary step upon delivery of a ship. This activity not only documents and validates anticipated ship speed and power, but if done correctly also provides performance data that can be useful for design purposes. The same holds true for... Read more
HydroComp is hosting weekly webinars to help our customers get the most out of their work from home experiences! View our recent webinars here! After-market Modification of Propellers to Achieve Performance Objectives Propeller hydrodynamics can be complicated... Read more
Inland river pushboats operate in a harsh environment. Transiting our rivers, bays, lakes, and inland waterways, these vessels push barges between hubs of commerce. Swift currents, trash and debris, heavy traffic, and narrow waterways are day-to-day realities for... Read more
There are cheaper, less time consuming alternatives to CFD surrogate models, writes HydroComp’s Don MacPherson. This article has been reprinted with permission from the October 2020 issue of The Naval Architect. One tool in an operator’s hunt for fuel reduction... Read more
Successful underwater vehicle (UV) performance is all about a properly functioning system. The components of a UV’s Vehicle-Propulsor-Drive system are not individual performers. They must be in harmony. Often overlooked during system design is the relationship between... Read more
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