A releasable coupling and ratchet let the mandrel furl one way while avoiding endless-line splice failure and line cutting during boom service.
A rotatable cylinder between asymmetric aerofoil assemblies stabilizes airflow, cuts separation and vibration, and improves wind-assisted ship propulsion.
Distributed sail and hull sensors replace cameras to reconstruct sail flying shape in real time despite light, moisture, fog, and mounting limits.
A shiftable flow blocker activates the right aerofoil set for port or starboard wind, stabilizing airflow and reducing vibration losses.