Aerospace and the environment
Article Abstract:
Custom boatbuilders are using carbon-epoxy materials cured in pressurized ovens. Vacuum-bagging to bond cores to skins has improved the lamination process on production boats. New laminating technology will meet environmental standards.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1992
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Ericson 38
Article Abstract:
The Ericson 38 ($125,810) is a cruiser first designed by Bruce King in 1980. The 1992 model has a new gelcoat, upgraded hardware, LeFiell Spars mast and new-generation wing keel.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1992
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Expanding the envelope
Article Abstract:
The latest sailing equipment is more innovative that previous equipment. Brief descriptions of several pieces of equipment and supplies are presented.
Publication Name: Sail
Subject: Sports and fitness
ISSN: 0036-2700
Year: 1992
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