Sven Yrvind · video

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Sven Yrvind is modifying his current boat to increase the total sail area from four square meters to 12 square meters.▶ 2:29 The design upgrade involves adding two additional masts to the existing configuration, resulting in a four-mast setup.▶ 0:20 Each of the four sails will measure three square meters, intended specifically for light-wind conditions.▶ 2:32 To support this change, Yrvind is fabricating more sophisticated mast holders.▶ 3:02 He is measuring the circumference of the masts, which taper from 22 centimeters at the top to 19 centimeters at the base, to ensure a secure fit.▶ 3:14 For mast retention, he is testing a friction-based method to replace rope attachments, with a backup plan to use webbing if the friction fit proves insufficient.▶ 3:12 He is also incorporating plastic wrap and a steel component to improve the structural integrity and accessibility of the mast mounting system.▶ 3:57

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