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A '''tunnel hull''' is a type of boat hull that uses two typically planing hulls with a solid center that traps air. This entrapment then creates aerodynamic lift in addition to the planing (hydrodynamic) lift from the hulls. Many times this is attributed to [[ground effect]]. Theoretical research and full-scale testing of tunnel hulls has demonstrated the dramatic contributions of 'close-proximity ground effect' on enhanced aerodynamic lift/drag in operation of performance tunnel hull designs. |
A '''tunnel hull''' is a type of boat hull that uses two typically planing hulls with a solid center that traps air. This entrapment then creates aerodynamic lift in addition to the planing (hydrodynamic) lift from the hulls. Many times this is attributed to [[ground effect]]. Theoretical research and full-scale testing of tunnel hulls has demonstrated the dramatic contributions of 'close-proximity ground effect' on enhanced aerodynamic lift/drag in operation of performance tunnel hull designs.<ref>"Secrets of Tunnel Boat Design", JDRussell,P.Eng. (ISBN# 1-894933-30-3)</ref><ref>[http://www.aeromarineresearch.com/stbd2.html aeromarineresearch.com]</ref> |
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Tunnel hulls are distinguishable from other [[catamaran]]s by the typical close hull spacing and solid deck in between the hulls. |
Tunnel hulls are distinguishable from other [[catamaran]]s by the typical close hull spacing and solid deck in between the hulls. |
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==See also== |
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* [[Boston Whaler]] |
* [[Boston Whaler]] |
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* [[Supercavitation propeller]] |
* [[Supercavitation propeller]] |
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* [[Offshore powerboat racing|Offshore Powerboat Racing]] |
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A tunnel hull is a type of boat hull that uses two typically planing hulls with a solid center that traps air. This entrapment then creates aerodynamic lift in addition to the planing (hydrodynamic) lift from the hulls. Many times this is attributed to ground effect. Theoretical research and full-scale testing of tunnel hulls has demonstrated the dramatic contributions of 'close-proximity ground effect' on enhanced aerodynamic lift/drag in operation of performance tunnel hull designs.[1][2]
Tunnel hulls are distinguishable from other catamarans by the typical close hull spacing and solid deck in between the hulls.
Formula 1 powerboats have a tunnel hull catamaran design allowing them to go faster. Tunnel hulls are a common design in offshore powerboat racing.
References
- ^ "Secrets of Tunnel Boat Design", JDRussell,P.Eng. (ISBN# 1-894933-30-3)
- ^ aeromarineresearch.com