Engineering:Inclusion Catamaran

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Short description: Wheelchair-accessible sailing catamaran


The Inclusion Catamaran is a modern wheelchair-accessible sailing catamaran that was designed by naval engineer Frederico Cerveira, founder of Inclusive Sailing.[1][2]

Inclusion Catamaran
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Development
DesignerFrederico Cerveira
BrandInclusive Sailing
Boat
CrewMax 10
Boat weight1,100 kg (2,400 lb) (ligthweight)
Hull
Typecatamaran
LOA7.5 m (25 ft)
LOH6.5 m (21 ft)
Beam4.5 m (15 ft)
Rig
Rig typeBermuda rig
Mast length8.6 m (28 ft)
Sails
Mainsail area18 m2 (190 sq ft)
Jib/genoa area6 m2 (65 sq ft)
Gennaker area20 m2 (220 sq ft)

The catamaran was developed using principles of universal design.[3] Universal design intends to develop products that can be accessible by everyone, regardless of factors such as age, disabilities and physical limitations.

Inclusion Catamaran sailing downwind.
The boat sailing downwind with a wheelchair user at the helm.

Design

The Inclusion Catamaran has a length overall of 7,5 m, a 4,5 m beam and 0,8 m draft.

Regarding the rig, the boat has a Bermuda rig. The mainsail has an area of 18 m2, the jib 6 m2 and the gennaker 20 m2.[4]

Its stable deck has a maximum crew capacity of 10 people, including 4 wheelchair users, and in each hull there is space for storage and beds.[4][5]

Adaptations for disabled people

The boat has specially designed doors that enable wheelchairs users to onboard without the need for cranes. It is also equipped with adaptive systems for the rudders and sails.[5]

References

Inclusion catamaran door system.
Detail of the accessible door system.