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ApS

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Thu February 4, 2010 7:18am

The high spray is caused by the use of "surface-drives" to reduce propulsion drag. I was surprised to read recently that surface— or "surface-piercing"—drives have been around since 1910!



While top speed is increased, it comes at the expense of acceleration and the ability to make quick turns.

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