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The Phenomenon of Rudder Hum

Cunningham provides a detailed technical analysis of rudder hum in Thistle sailboats. Working with aeronautical engineering students, he explores the causes and potential solutions through wind tunnel experiments, examining flow characteristics and trailing edge modifications.

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  • technical
  • rudder
  • aerodynamics
  • engineering