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Sven Yrvind modifies a hanging oar for his boat to achieve a self-aligning mechanism.▶ 1:29 He extends the oar length using a four-layer laminated ash wood section, bonded with epoxy to ensure structural strength.▶ 0:00 The new geometry allows the oar blade to pivot and align automatically when the handle is pushed, preventing interference with the boat's swim bladder.▶ 1:35 Yrvind tests the movement by manually actuating the handle and observing the blade's response.▶ 2:18 The completed oar weighs 5 kilograms, a weight he notes is heavier than necessary but functional for his coast-style cruising requirements.▶ 3:07 Future steps include reinforcing the end of the oar with fiberglass and refining the handle rings to improve storage and accessibility within the boat.▶ 3:33

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