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There is definitely two ways of doing things in this world; the Eastern (Oriental) way and the Western (Occidental) way. Eastern ships used square rigged sails whilst Western ships did not. It's now being discovered that the "ancient" Chinese may have sailed into North America (stone anchors have been found up some of the rivers in North America).

It appears that both Oriental & Occidental mariners were capable of sailing into the wind. Who was first? Might have to experiment with some model ships: if the Chinese square rigged vessels can sail into the wind...then there's your answer

ANSWER: Yes

Got it right out of my social studies book.

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Did the Chinese develop a way to move the sails of ships that allowed ships to sail into wind for the first time?

No I believe the Egyptians 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How was the caravel invented?

The caravel was developed in Portugal during the 15th century as an evolution of earlier ship designs. It combined features of both Mediterranean and Northern European vessels, with a combination of square and lateen sails, a shallow draft, and a sturdy hull that allowed for long-distance exploration. The caravel's innovative design made it well-suited for ocean voyages, contributing to the Age of Exploration.


A spaceman who sails amongst the stars?

A spaceman who sails amongst the stars explores distant galaxies, planets, and celestial phenomena in his spacecraft. He navigates the vastness of outer space, conducting research, making discoveries, and experiencing awe-inspiring adventures in the cosmos.


What were the improvements in technology that aided exploration?

Improvements in technology that aided exploration included advances in shipbuilding techniques, such as the development of stronger hulls and more efficient sails, which allowed for longer and safer sea voyages. Additionally, the invention of the compass and improved navigational tools helped sailors better determine their position at sea. Lastly, the development of better maps and cartography techniques provided explorers with more accurate and detailed information about the lands they were venturing into.


Why was the beaufort scale invented?

The Beaufort scale was invented to measure and describe the wind force and its effects on land and sea. It was developed in 1805 by British Royal Navy officer Sir Francis Beaufort to help sailors estimate wind speeds and adjust their sails accordingly while at sea.

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True or false the Chinese developed a way to move the sails of ships that allowed ships to sail into the wind for the first time?

It is not possible to sail directly INTO the wind. Forty-five degrees is about as close as can be gained. Actually they did get the ships to sail into the wind. The above answer is wrong.


Who developed the stern rubber and triangular sails?

Arabs


Did The Chinese developed a way to move the sails of ships that allowed ships to sail into the wind for the first time.?

There is definitely two ways of doing things in this world; the Eastern (Oriental) way and the Western (Occidental) way. Eastern ships used square rigged sails whilst Western ships did not. It's now being discovered that the "ancient" Chinese may have sailed into North America (stone anchors have been found up some of the rivers in North America).It appears that both Oriental & Occidental mariners were capable of sailing into the wind. Who was first? Might have to experiment with some model ships: if the Chinese square rigged vessels can sail into the wind...then there's your answerANSWER: YesGot it right out of my social studies book.


A ship developed in the 1400s with triangular sails for tracking into the wind and square sails to for running before the wind?

A caravael


When were sails created?

Over 8,000 years ago. The Ancient Chinese had ships with sails, the Vikings had sails, the Ancient Egyptians had sails, Ancient Romans used sails. They even had a type of canvas sail to provide shade to colosseum fans in the afternoon heat.


When were the sails created?

Over 8,000 years ago. The Ancient Chinese had ships with sails, the Vikings had sails, the Ancient Egyptians had sails, Ancient Romans used sails. They even had a type of canvas sail to provide shade to colosseum fans in the afternoon heat.


What does caravel mean in a simple definition?

a ship with triangular sails that allowed it to sail into the wind and with square sails that carried it forward when the wind was at it's back.


What was the difference between caravels and earlier ships?

the caravel has triangular sails as well as square sails. Square sails carried the ship forward when the wind was at its back. Triangular sails allowed the caravel to sail into the wind. the caravel was better than other euoopean ships of the time at this type of sailing


How do you you put LEGO sails on LEGO boats?

first you take a tecnic rod then you put the holes in the sails on it


Why is gambling allowed on a cruise ship?

Because it sails in international waters, where the law allows gambling.


How many sails on the First Fleet?

well actually, the first fleet has 11 ships so it dependst on how many sails on each ship