Experimental investigation on the aerodynamics of a windsurfing sail under steady sailing conditions

KP Mok, P Zhou, G Liu, J Hou, X Zhang, KY Chan… - Ocean …, 2024 - Elsevier
The sail is the primary source of propulsion in windsurfing, making it crucial to understand its
aerodynamic mechanisms for optimal performance. However, due to its unique shape and …

Influence of wind gradient and ground effect on the aerodynamic forces of a Dynarig sail at large heeling angles

Q Zeng, X Lyu, W Cai, L Zhang, J Xu - Ocean Engineering, 2024 - Elsevier
As marine scientific research expands into deeper and increasingly remote oceanic regions,
unmanned sailboats have emerged as invaluable tools for enhancing hydrographic …

Wind tunnel tests on aerodynamic loads and structural responses of crescent-shaped wingsails

H Zhu, V Chernoray, JW Ringsberg, B Ramne, HD Yao - 2024 - researchsquare.com
Wingsails as a classical means for wind-assisted ship propulsion is booming today.
Crescent-shaped wingsails have shown great potential considering their aerodynamics in …