# Foil Glide Ratio Calculator AI Agent Connect

> Calculate hydrofoil glide efficiency, speed envelopes, and pumping effectiveness.

## Overview
- **Category:** calculators
- **Price:** Free
- **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_M8h8iYPPVbBshaZetGpbC6K1JlJH2q3ch4PZFtrE/ai-agent-connect
- **Tags:** hydrofoil, glide-ratio, aerodynamics, pumping-efficiency, foil-performance

## Description

This MCP server provides specialized aerodynamic modeling for hydrofoil performance. It allows AI agents to determine the fundamental gliding capabilities of a foil setup using `calculate_glide_performance`. Users can also estimate how effectively they can maintain flight through rhythmic movement with `calculate_pumping_efficiency`, or define operational speed limits using `calculate_speed_envelope`. For those deciding between gear, `compare_configurations` provides a direct comparison of glide and speed characteristics between two different setups.

## Tools

### calculate_glide_performance
Determines the fundamental gliding capabilities of the foil setup

### calculate_pumping_efficiency
Estimates how effectively a rider can maintain flight through rhythmic body movement

### calculate_speed_envelope
Provides the operational speed limits for the specific foil configuration

### compare_configurations
Compares two different foil setups to see which offers better glide or speed characteristics

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
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Calculate the glide performance for a wing with 1200 cm² area, 5.5 aspect ratio, 60 cm fuselage, and a 80 kg rider.
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**Response:** 
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The calculated glide ratio for your setup is 18.5, with a stall speed of 6.2 knots and a maximum glide speed of 14.8 knots.
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**Prompt:** 
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How efficient will it be to pump with a glide ratio of 15 and a weight of 75 kg?
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**Response:** 
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Your pumping efficiency score is 0.72, with an estimated energy loss of 4.5 units per pump cycle.
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**Prompt:** 
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What is the speed envelope for a 1500 cm² wing, 4.0 aspect ratio, 80 kg rider, and 300 cm² stabilizer?
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**Response:** 
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The speed envelope includes a minimum flight speed of 5.8 knots, an optimal cruise speed of 12.4 knots, and a maximum drag speed of 19.2 knots.
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## Frequently Asked Questions

**How do I calculate the glide ratio for my foil?**
You can use the `calculate_glide_performance` tool by providing the wing area, aspect ratio, fuselage length, and rider weight.

**Can I compare two different foil setups?**
Yes, the `compare_configurations` tool allows you to compare two setups to see which offers better glide or speed characteristics.

**What is the minimum speed required to stay flying?**
The `calculate_speed_envelope` tool provides the `minFlightSpeed`, which is the speed below which the foil will sink.