CIMdata PLM Industry Summary Online Archive
24 July 2007
Events News
Engineer for America's Cup Winner Alinghi Tells What It Takes to Design a Champion Racing Yacht in SolidWorks Podcast
WHO : Alinghi Design Engineer Aaron Perry
WHAT : Perry sheds light on the challenges of designing a super-fast yacht that pushes the limits of weight, performance, hydro- and aerodynamics. From the 20-ton lead keel fin bulb to the winches on deck, everything must meet precise standards. He talks about how SolidWorks software played a crucial role in designing the boat that won the 32nd America's Cup off the coast of Spain on July 3, 2007, defending Alinghi's 2003 win.
DETAILS : Perry's discussion is part of a multimedia podcast that includes images of the yacht under sail and in the design process.
WHEN : The podcast is immediately available.
WHERE : Visit the SolidWorks Web site at: http://www.solidworks.com/pages/news/MediaPcasts.html .
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