Danged, you guys are getting more edumicated (educated) by the day! BCB Owners never were lacking in their mental ability, but where did you dig this one up? Lacovara is no novice and definitely could expand beyond this fundamental article. This one is pretty basic and is not totally correct on reading all stress fractures for all laminates, as there are other variables that impact the way cracks read. Though he does an excellent job of giving novice advice on the stress fractures and their appearance. This article really touches the high points well in any case. Lacovara has written dozens of articles and was the former Technical Director for the ACMA and FFA, as well as on other composites industry positions, and was published many times in that industry magazine. He probably has one of more written technical experts. Often times his knowledge expanse lends itself more to the general composite parts such as beams, post, pultrusion, compression molding, and other processes more technical than boat production. Those industries can afford to spend more on the process the boat manufacturer does as those industries were growing since the 1960 and new processes developing, where the marine environment is shrinking. He does have a fairly expansive knowledge of laminate construction and schedules for larger yachts and sail boats such as those racing in the Americas Cup. Much of his writing work was done prior to the newer materials and well prior to the rotation in products caused by the EPA MACT standards and styrene reductions. We dont always agree with his blanket assessments as they are too general and inaccurate opinions may be formed. His work is very credible and the writings or articles are short versions for press use usually. He has been an asset to the composites industry. Last edited by Bass Cat Boats on July 3rd, 2011, 2:07 pm, edited 2 times in total.
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