About this Manual

This manual describes Span, an application which may be used to predict the sailing performance of yachts designed using Maxsurf. The manual is organised into three chapters.

 

Chapter 1 Introduction

Contains a description of Span, its use and its interaction with Maxsurf designs.

 

Chapter 2 Using Span

Explains how to use Span's performance prediction VPP to best advantage.

 

Chapter 3 Span Reference

Gives details of each of Span 's windows, toolbars and menu commands.

 

Chapter 4 Theoretical Reference

Contains a list of key words and abbreviations used in this manual and provides a literature list for the interested reader.