Research on Recreational Boat Speed Measuring Devices

摘要

The scope of the project will be directed toward recreational boats ranging primarily from 12 to 36 feet in length. The objectives of this project will focus on the following tasks: Conduct a random survey of both boat and after-market speed measuring device manufacturers; Estimate the number of boats in the survey between 12 and 26 ft that are purchased without factory installed speed measuring devices; Determine what types of speed measuring devices are available and most commonly used on boats between 12 and 26 ft; Establish what types of speed measuring devices are available as after-market kits; Determine the accuracy and reliability of the types most commonly available and most commonly used devices; and Resolve a mounting location for a sensor to insure a high degree of accuracy.