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This lecture covers the principles of sailing ships, focusing on drag, sail design, and foiling. It discusses the dynamics of boats floating at the surface, keel design, and the impact of forces on sails. Key concepts include dimensional analyses, kinematic viscosities, and the role of keels in sailboat dynamics.