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The Exciting Rise of Electric Sailboats: Transforming the Sailing Industry with AC Induction Motors and LiFePO4 Batteries
Electric sailboats are gaining increasing popularity in the sailing industry due to their eco-friendly design and innovative technology. In recent years, advancements in electric propulsion and energy storage have made these sailboats an attractive and practical alternative to traditional diesel-powered vessels. Experts predict significant growth within the industry as adoption continues to evolve, driven by…
Read MoreNewport-25 Standard Installaton
Attached below is a datasheet that gives an overview of the Newport-25 system, including some advantages of electric propulsion in sailboats, and advantages of LiFePO4 batteries. Newport motors are designed as a drop-in replacement that give sailboats a straightforward path to repower with Electric Propulsion. Our motors mount into the engine bed and couple to…
Read MoreThe Power to Push a Sailboat
How much power should you expect to use to push your sailboat? The equation used to calculate the power needed to push a boat through water is called the resistance equation, which is given by: P = 1/2 * rho * v^2 * A * C_D where: P is the power required in watts rho…
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