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We have a science project to make a cardboard boat. The designs are due tomorrow. I watched a few youtube videos, but I still can’t decide on a design. This is due tomorrow, so please answer soon. The design we have so far (just a basic design, I don’t need the dimensions) is something that has a point on the end < square in the middle = and a > on the end. Please tell me if this is a good idea. Do I need a point on each end?
should the ends curve up so that the top is level? or should they come to a point, so that the front would resemble an X?

here is a strong cardboard boat design that can be lengthened for additional people

http://www.capecoralregatta.com/Index/BoatBuilding

you do not need a point on the back (stern end). please review the above site for answer’s to your questions.

some tips:

A flat bottom is recommended. A V-shaped bottom is likely to tip over unless the V is very gentle.

The lowest center of gravity is the most stable; kneeling or standing will cause you to tip over.

Longer boats go faster, but they are harder to turn.

Boats shorter than 10 feet are difficult to steer.

For height, allow about 18 inches for you to sit and paddle effectively without the edge of your boat blocking your arms.

For width, figure about 18 inches for a kayak, about 23-24 inches for a canoe. Figure about 30 inches maximum for 1 person, 48 inches for two people.

hope this helps

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