Bending the rules
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Falcon Maritime Ventures has patented a new method for shaping aluminum that eliminates the need for spot welds and improves the strength of the metal. The method creates a modified monocoque structure and builds a lighter yet stronger hull.
Publication Name: Yachting
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0043-9940
Year: 1993
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Keeping sheen on your topsides
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Linear polyurethane paints can protect the hull of a fiberglass boat from damage due to ultraviolet light exposure. Techniques are presented for using the four major brands: Awlgrip, Imron, Sterling and Interlux Interspray 800.
Publication Name: Yachting
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0043-9940
Year: 1993
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Electronics 1996: electronics become smaller, more powerful and less expensive
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A selection of electronic navigational gear introduced for 1996 is described. The devices include the Magellan GPS3000, NavTrek software, the Si-Tex T-150 LCD radar and the Cetrek C-net Pilot 780.
Publication Name: Yachting
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0043-9940
Year: 1995
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