Fiber optimization of a carbon windsurfing boom: FEM fiber optimization for mass and stiffness

The goal of this research is to optimize the fiber layup of a carbon windsurfing boom for weight and stiffness. A windsurfing boom should be stiff to provide an efficient basis for the energy transfer from the sail through the surfer to the board. The weight of the boom is important as the total weight of the rig influences the performance,...

Optimization of Ice-Class Propellers

The main objective of this Master’s thesis is to develop an optimization routine to improve ice-class propeller design methodology using the design space within the ice-class rules. Ice impacts on a ship propeller give additional design demands to ensure reliability and safety. Consequently, ice class propellers feature thicker blades, therewith...