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| − | The Lateral Limiter Keel is an internally complex device; one of the few hyper-sophisticated [[Gold Age]] devices which remains not just popular but in widespread production capability (believed to be a result of being of little consequence to the events of the [[The Collapse|Collapse]]). The ''Double-L-Keel'', often just ''Keel'' or ''Limiter'' for short, is a long cylinder of electromagnetically primed coils orientated along the ship’s bank (roll) axis. Once set up, the Keel resists lateral force acting on the ship; converting the energy into longditudinal thrust down the beam, and as such is essential kit for a [[Sailer]] craft. The propulsive force derived is equal to the magnitude of the pushing force (ie. the wind), multiplied by the angle from the perpendicular of the bank axis in radians.
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| − | Because Keels do not require power once created (aside from occasional alignment maintenance), they are an attractive prospect for privateers, civilians, hobbyists and pirates.
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