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Let's say some experiments occur earlier, early enough that military applications are being considered in and around WWI. Prototypes are completed detailing military applications, though they don't serve in WWI, they'll be more than ready for the rematch 20 years down the line.
So what are the knock on effects of earlier hydrofoil use? Sure small naval craft like corvettes and MTB's are going to be able to achieve ludicrous speed, but what else. Could hydrofoils potentially be used for seaplanes, decreasing drag and therefore making take off a bit easier/more fuel efficient?
Other thoughts?
Let's say some experiments occur earlier, early enough that military applications are being considered in and around WWI. Prototypes are completed detailing military applications, though they don't serve in WWI, they'll be more than ready for the rematch 20 years down the line.
So what are the knock on effects of earlier hydrofoil use? Sure small naval craft like corvettes and MTB's are going to be able to achieve ludicrous speed, but what else. Could hydrofoils potentially be used for seaplanes, decreasing drag and therefore making take off a bit easier/more fuel efficient?
Other thoughts?