Sail technology has come a long way since the days tall ships were carried along by billowing clouds of canvas. In fact, new aerodynamic discoveries coupled with exotic materials have turned modern ...

At the end of each April, the Annapolis Spring Sailboat Show is a weekend outing spent ogling boats along City Dock that cost nearly as much as a house, if not more, and dreaming about sailing around ...

Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is a challenge each transportation sector is working to solve in various ways, and the marine shipping industry is no exception. Greenhouse gas emissions released by ...

Though many modern fishers and recreational enthusiasts prefer motorboats, many types of sailboats offer a similar level of on-the-water enjoyment—and with less upkeep required. While boats with ...

Sail aerodynamics is a discipline that explores the complex interactions between wind flow and sail design, which ultimately dictate a vessel’s performance and efficiency. Researchers investigate the ...