Abstract Rigid-hulled inflatable boats are extremely practical and popular nowadays, offering an effective conciliation among usability and costs. Their stable and seaworthy behavior is guaranteed by performing hydroplaning hulls coupled with unsinkable inflated tubes. At the same time, their design is often based on tradition and preconceptions. In this article, both numerical methods and experimental

Rigid inflatable boats (RIBs) are rapidly gaining favor among marine professionals for several compelling reasons. These versatile vessels offer numerous advantages over traditional hard-hull boats, making them a popular choice across various sectors. Not only are they cost-effective, but they also deliver exceptional performance and reliability that are hard to find in other watercraft. If

In the realm between inflatable crafts and rigid-hulled boats, there exists an intermediary innovation that combines the most favorable attributes of both. These vessels are known as rigid-inflatable boats (RIBs), also often referred to as RHIBs (rigid-hulled inflatable boats). In this article, we will delve into their origins, what sets them apart from other boat