Simulation Du Comportement Dynamique Du Voilier

Abstract

A simulator of two sailing boats in interaction is being made in order to provide sportsmen with a reliable analytical tool. We presently describe different models we used. Stationary hydrodynamics efforts have been specially evaluated. Experiences plan method has been implemented to exploit the towing tank tests made in the Fluids Mechanic Laboratory of Ecole Centrale de Nantes. Here are set out partial results of the model we achieved. At last, a simulator example illustrates the possibilities provided.