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How to Select Hydraulic Steering System
We are giving, here below, the information that you have to take into account in selecting the Hydraulic Steering System for your boat. A detailed description of the formulae that you need to use to come out with the right hydraulic steering system selection.

 
 WHAT IS NOT IMPORTANT FOR THE SELECTION
  • The engine power
  • The length of the boat

WHAT IS IMPORTANT FOR THE SELECTION

  • The maximum speed of the boat
  • The surface area of the rudder
  • The maximum rudder angle(in degrees)



F= 23.3 x a x v2 in Newton (N)
Or F=2.33 x A x v2 in kgf.

A= total surface area of rudder blade in m2 [i.e XY x C in m2]

V = speed in km/hour

Rudder without balance section: b=0.37 x c(in meters)

Rudder with balance section: b=(0.37 x c) - e (in meters)

1KNOT = 1.852KM