Topic: A detailed breakdown of the design and engineering process for creating custom composite deck hatches, covering problem analysis, material selection, […]
Engineering Custom Composite Hatches: A Systematic Approach Read More »
Solving the Boat Storage Puzzle: Strong, Custom & Lightweight Shelves One of the eternal challenges of living on a boat
Building Lightweight Composite Shelves for Our Catamaran Read More »
Author: Shayne and Anna Key Message: A dramatic vacuum infusion implosion taught us that in composite boat building, true expertise isn’t about
Composites the Hard Way: Fixing a Vacuum Infusion Implosion Read More »
Key Message: A successful composite lamination is defined by understanding the loads, mastering the process, and knowing the hidden details—like why
Laminating Stanchion Sockets & The Truth About Peel Ply Read More »
Beyond the Slam: Engineering Composite Doors for a Performance Catamaran Author: Shayne & Anna Key Message: The choice of material is
Engineering Lighter, Smarter: Why We’re Replacing Paikea’s Wooden Doors with Composites Read More »
Topics: A detailed look at the design and fabrication of a structurally efficient composite door, highlighting the techniques for managing complex
Engineering a Lightweight Door: The Value of 350 Grams Read More »
Author: Shayne and Anna Key Message: Major structural changes require professional composite engineering expertise. This project demonstrates what is possible but should
Re-Engineering a Structural Bulkhead | Cutting a Doorway Adjacent to a Carbon Chainplate Read More »
Key Message: A successful upgrade to a critical safety system requires understanding not just how to build it, but why you choose specific
Making Composite Stanchion Sockets: An Engineering Approach to Safety & Aesthetics Read More »
Key Message: Choosing materials isn’t about what’s “strongest,” but about how they handle loads and, just as importantly, how they fail.
Staunchion Sockets: A Masterclass in Material Selection and Failure Modes Read More »
Hand Lamination vs. Vacuum Infusion: The Real-World Trade-Offs Author: Shayne Key Message: The choice between hand lamination and vacuum infusion isn’t
Hand Lamination vs. Vacuum Infusion: A Practical Weight & Quality Comparison Read More »
