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Not sure exactly what you mean but I presume you are asking how a sail boat is able to sail in a direction other than with the wind.
When the boat is sailing directly downwind (called running) the sails are set roughly perpendicular to the boats direction and work a bit like a parachute, the wind basically just pushes the boat along. As the boat turns upwind (towards the direction the wind is coming from) the sails are pulled more towards the centre line and start to work more like a wing on a plane. When the wind is coming from an angle behind (called a broad reach) the sails are part parachute and part wing. When the wind is coming straight over the side of the boat (called beam reach) they cease to work like a parachute. When the boat is sailing at about 35-45% degrees from straight into the wind (as close as you can get to the wind, called close hauled) the sails are nearly parallel to the hull and working completely like a wing. They generate lift which is about 95% sideways and about 5% forwards. Since the boat has a keel (like a big fin on the bottom) it will not want to go sideways so it goes forwards and keels over on an angle.
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How does an boat accelerate?
A boat accelerates by applying a force in the opposite direction to the desired motion, generating a reaction force that propels the boat forward. This force is typically created by the boat's engine or sail, pushing against the water and creating a forward thrust that moves the boat. The acceleration of the boat depends on the power of the propulsion system and the resistance of the water against the hull of the boat.
Name a kind of boat that doesn't have an engine?
Sail boat ; canoe ; kayak
How does a sail make a boat move faster?
It captures the available wind power, putting it to use in moving the boat. The sail interupts the wind in it's course, and naturally moves forward. As the sail is attached to a mast which itself is attached to the boat, it drags the boat along with it.A little more...The above is most accurate when running before the wind. Sails on almost all points of sail except running act more like a wing than a parachute, creating a low pressure zone in front of the sail (which sailors, pilots, and aerodynamic types call "Lift"). This low pressure zone sucks the wing or sail forward or up. The boat is indeed pulled in that vector, either at the points of attachment to a mast or a stay.
How does air pressure move boats?
When a sailing boat is sailing into the wind the shape of the sail acts like a plane's wing and differential pressure across the sail propels the boat forward.
How does air pressure move air?
When a sailing boat is sailing into the wind the shape of the sail acts like a plane's wing and differential pressure across the sail propels the boat forward.
What kind of energy the propeling a sail boat?
Wind power
How does air help a sailboat work?
the wind blows against the sail's and pushes the boat forward
How can the wind pull a sail?
The wind bows on it pushing it forward or any direction the boat is facing
What moves a sailing vessel?
Typically the wind and sails, but paddles and motors can be used. Tides and currents move them as well.The wind foils around the sail and actually pulls the boat forward. Should a given boat with high freeboard happen to have her sails down, the wind will still pull the boat downwind.
What kind of boat is a cat boat?
A catboat is a boat that has one mast and one sail, with the mast usually leaning forward. It is mainly used when sailing with kids or shorthand. They also have cabins that are between 16 to 26 feet long. There are over 5 different kinds.
What kind of boat do all families own?
the lol sail marrior
what part of the boat helps it to move in the water?
The part of the boat that helps it move in the water is the propeller or the sail, depending on the type of boat. The propeller, which is typically found on motorized boats, spins to create thrust, pushing the boat forward. On sailing boats, the sail captures the wind, generating lift and propelling the boat forward. Both components are essential for harnessing energy to enable movement through water.
