How about a miniature gyro, hooked via a PID controller to servo actuated "stabilization wings" on the sides of the boat? Forward mounted for paddle clearance. This would only work as the boat was moving, but would eliminate/reduce the need for bracing. Lunch stops/potty breaks will still require rafting or s******s. The entire system would weigh about two pounds, including the solar cells for battery re-charging. Harry PS: Yes, I'm currently building a radio control model airplane ;-) *************************************************************************** PaddleWise Paddling Mailing List - Any opinions or suggestions expressed here are solely those of the writer(s). You must assume the entire responsibility for reliance upon them. All postings copyright the author. Submissions: PaddleWise_at_PaddleWise.net Subscriptions: PaddleWise-request_at_PaddleWise.net Website: http://www.paddlewise.net/ ***************************************************************************Received on Fri Feb 01 2002 - 13:29:38 PST
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