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I understand that. It is called "tacking" right?. My question is could a rotor + propeller allow a sailboat move upwind faster than without them, and possibly e
by galaxyLogic 5y ago
I understand that. It is called "tacking" right?. My question is could a rotor + propeller allow a sailboat move upwind faster than without them, and possibly even move directly against the wind.
Based on the article it seems plausible to me that it could move faster. But would that be against the rules of some major sailing competitions?