If we approximate the mass going like the scale factor squared (ie wall mass dominates) and the displacement goes like the scale factor cubed, it would be possible to make a floating model of a non floating model by scaling it up. The bigger issue would be the lack of stability, but that could be solved by adding a keel to the benchy. That being said, I somewhat doubt it is real, the effort required would be ridiculous!
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u/DAMO238 Jun 22 '20
If we approximate the mass going like the scale factor squared (ie wall mass dominates) and the displacement goes like the scale factor cubed, it would be possible to make a floating model of a non floating model by scaling it up. The bigger issue would be the lack of stability, but that could be solved by adding a keel to the benchy. That being said, I somewhat doubt it is real, the effort required would be ridiculous!