01-11-2009, 22:05
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| Wind Vane Steering Knowledge Wanted
I am researching wind vane steering options. After a bit of study, I have a question about what might or might not work. Wind vane steering, operating principally on apparent wind, requires input from the vane to the course correction device. If apparent wind is the input device, why does it have to be so cumbersome? Could not a simple wind vane with an electronic output be directed to a course change device such as a autopilot. Remember...There are no stupid questions, just stupid answers. Your input, of any kind, is always appreciated.
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