Client: America’s Cup Championship Team

Challenge: Prevent foil arm failure at 75-knot loads

Performance Innovation:

→ Predictive AI modeling of hydrodynamic stresses

→ Variable-stiffness layup with 270° continuous fibers

→ In-situ strain-sensing fiber optic network

Results:

✓ 22-ton ultimate load capacity (FEA validated)

✓ 3.2-second faster foil transition response

✓ Undefeated 2024 season

*(Visual: Yacht foiling at sunset + CFD stress analysis)*