Illustrated by Tom Connell
This book shows how modern boats are built for speed, from the drawing board through computer testing to the finished boat. Learn how stylish powerboats are steamlined to cut through the water at high speed and how powerful engines propel racing catamarans across the sea. Read about boats with air cushions, underwater wings and computerised sails. Find out record-breaking facts and figures and take a look at the amazing boats of the future.