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Sven Yrvind laminates the interior of a coach roof on his small boat, which he is preparing for a voyage to New Zealand.▶ 0:02 He fills a former mast-support hole with fiberglass to create a mounting point for an AIS antenna.▶ 0:46 Because the antenna must remain protected from water while maintaining signal integrity, the fiberglass construction allows for internal mounting.▶ 0:48 Yrvind applies epoxy to the laminate, allowing it to sit for 15 minutes to ensure the resin penetrates the fibers and releases trapped air bubbles.▶ 2:26 He uses a roller to remove excess epoxy and smooth the surface.▶ 3:51 The process involves laminating both the interior and exterior of the section to ensure structural integrity. Yrvind notes that the curvature of the coach roof requires careful application to maintain the shape while the resin cures.▶ 1:35 He uses gingerbread hearts as makeshift tools for mixing the epoxy resin.▶ 3:51

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