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Since we're doing dumb physics/maths questions...
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It's outside the scenario - this is a pure physics problem rather than a lateral thinking one - but yes in reality that would be quite effective, if rather tiring. You're translating biological (chemical) energy into kinetic energy to move the sail, effectively 'rowing' the boat with a 'paddle' in the air.Originally posted by MaryPoppinsI'd still not breastfeed a naziOriginally posted by vetranUrine is quite nourishingComment
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Feck all your high powered physics malarky.
If it were me and I wasn't allowed to point it at myself I would.
Stick it on the front and mount it backwards at a 45 degree angle pointing it towards the mast.
This will provide backwards thrust from the fan and also will allow the sail form as an aero foil and generate motion from that effect.
The sail will have drag but not 1:1 with the air pushed so it'll move the boat.Comment
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Originally posted by d000hg View PostIt's outside the scenario - this is a pure physics problem rather than a lateral thinking one - but yes in reality that would be quite effective, if rather tiring. You're translating biological (chemical) energy into kinetic energy to move the sail, effectively 'rowing' the boat with a 'paddle' in the air.Comment
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I'd go with the stick it in the water pointing backwards idea but how far are a few batteries going to take you anyway? Probably best to chuck them overboard and reduce the pointless weight.bloggoth
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