Essays about: "yacht"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 19 essays containing the word yacht.

1. 1. Cable Shape Optimization - Drag Reduction of Cables Used in Marine Applications

   University essay from KTH/Teknisk mekanik

   Author : Simon Garpenquist; [2023]
   Keywords : Wind Tunnel Experiment; Computational Fluid Dynamics; Aerodynamic Forces; Drag Reduction; Shape Optimization; Flow around Cylinders; Yacht Racing;

   Abstract : It is important to understand the aerodynamic properties of tensioned cables (e.g. used in suspension bridges and yacht riggings), both for drag reduction and vibrational suppression purposes. READ MORE

3. 2. A Feasibility Analysis of Natural Composite Alternatives in High Performance Sailing Vessels

   University essay from KTH/Lättkonstruktioner, marina system, flyg- och rymdteknik, rörelsemekanik

   Author : Sabrina Smith; [2023]
   Keywords : F50 catamaran; sustainable materials; marine applications; flax laminates; mechanical testing; environmental analysis; weight distribution; yacht performance;

   Abstract : The construction of high-performance vessels like the F50 catamaran has traditionally prioritized advanced composite materials and performance-driven design. However, there is a growing need to incorporate sustainable materials and practices, with their performance in marine applications remaining relatively unknown. READ MORE

4. 3. Culture Creation in a Semi- Enclosed Environment : The superyacht case

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

   Author : MALIN PERKINS; [2021]
   Keywords : Organisational culture; culture creation; semi-enclosed environment; superyacht; Organisationskultur; kulturskapande; halvslutna miljöer; superyacht;

   Abstract : Organisational culture is a construct for conceptualising the way people experience and describe their work setting, and can be linked to organisational benefits and employee well-being. Researchers suggest that culture is created through group dynamics and interactions over time, the influence of surrounding environment and the founders of the organisation. READ MORE

5. 4. Investigation of open-Source CFD software on shipyards - Analysis of combustion outlets on large yachts using openFoam®

   University essay from

   Author : Carl Jascha Mordhorst; [2019-07-03T12:39:50Z 2019-07-03T12:39:50Z 2011]
   Keywords : Transport; Farkostteknik; Transport; Vehicle Engineering;

   Abstract : Abstract Modern engineering requires detailed knowledge of forces, flow directions and velocities, when designing the vehicles of the future. In the ship building industry this is traditionally done in towing tank and wind tunnel experiments or by the long experience of skilled engineers. READ MORE

6. 5. Design of Bidirectional DC/DC Battery Management System for Electrical Yacht

   University essay from Linköpings universitet/Elektroniska Kretsar och System

   Author : Daniel Celius Zacharek; Filip Sundqvist; [2018]
   Keywords : Power electronics; bidirectional DC DC; converter; battery management system; renewable energy;

   Abstract : Electrical vehicles are getting more popular as the technology around batteries and electrical motors are catching up to the more common combustion engines. Electrical boats are no exception but there are still a lot of boats using old combustion engines that have a big impact on the environment. READ MORE