Talk:3090: Sail Physics
Revision as of 21:20, 16 May 2025 by 162.158.217.45 (talk)
After the last step, the sailors would then need to ground the boat to avoid being pushed in a circle, wouldn't they? Sophon (talk) 20:47, 16 May 2025 (UTC) Not that for eastward wind, the boat will be propelled upwards, while the opposite is true for westward winds. This provides a basis for the functioning of airships and planes (Helicopters are more complicated, and additionally rely on their own magnetic fields) 162.158.217.45 21:20, 16 May 2025 (UTC)
