As a caveat, I am not a laminate engineer, but a just an amateur boat builder. As such, the information contained within this post is written to be a basic primer.
Modern GRP boats often use a cored laminate construction for several reasons. A cored laminate can be much stiffer, stronger and lighter than a [...]
Earlier this year I was asked by John and Lorie if I could help them with moving their boat, s/v Felix, south for the winter. Since the sailing season here in New England was over, and they are good friends, I volunteered to help with the leg from Norfolk, VA to Belhaven, NC. After discussing [...]
I just wanted to wish all my readers, my friends and my family a very Happy New Year. I hope that 2010 brings good fortune, fair winds and following seas to all my friends, both personally and professionally.
I particularly want to wish Jen and Adam Thomson a happy new year, since it is their first [...]