Key Message: The successful adaptation of an America’s Cup mast for cruising proves that high-performance engineering and practical, safe operation are […]
Engineering Paikea’s Rig: Adapting America’s Cup Technology for Cruising Read More »
Author: Shayne and Anna Key Topic: Replacing our catamaran’s rotten, failing chainplates became an exercise in advanced composite engineering. By moving
The Engineering Behind Our Bulletproof Composite Chainplates Read More »
Key Message: The de-bagging process confirmed a successful vacuum bag: our complex carbon fiber beam-to-hull joint emerged perfectly consolidated into
The Vacuum Bag Reveal: Assessing Our Carbon Fiber Beam Laminate Read More »
Author: Shayne & Anna TOPICS:This post details the final installation of a critical structural component on our Catana 42. It covers
Installing the Carbon Fibre Martingale: Precision Fitting & Engineering Nuances Read More »
Author: Shayne and Anna Key Topic: This post details the fabrication of our carbon fiber Seagull Striker and Martingale. We
Reinforcing the Front Beam: Engineering a Carbon Fibre Martingale Read More »
Key Message: A proper repair requires understanding the original failure. By grinding back a poor previous fix, we uncovered the full
Hull Surgery: Uncovering the Truth Behind a Major Rudder Impact Read More »
