The developments in aerodynamics have helped to deeply transform how we understand the physics of sailing and have enabled rapid innovations in sailing and sailing craft. In this introductory course, we will build from the fundamentals to later apply them to the analysis of foils, wings, and sails.

This course provides detailed explanations about the software interface and all the basic geometries used in naval applications. It also defines a consistent workflow for an organized design with Rhinoceros. The last part is dedicated to the hands-on development of a daysailer boat 3D model.

This introductory course will guide you through all the different aspects to be considered when designing a new sail: rig, geometry, materials, aerodynamics, design phases, manufacturing, and sails inventories.

This introductory course will cover the main aspects of the design of sailing yachts: theoretical fundamentals, yacht modeling, hull and appendage resistance, sail forces, stability, and velocity prediction programs.

After completing this course, you will deeply understand ship stability and how to apply this knowledge to use the ISO 12217 Standard, “Small craft — Stability and buoyancy assessment and categorization,” especially Part 2, “Sailing boats of hull length greater than or equal to 6 m.”