2021-10-11, 01:53 PM
+1
Might I suggest also boat weight or length as a parameter? Not sure if this is added value, but I can imagine smaller and lighter boats (in calm conditions) are lighter to steer for a tiller than a longer heavier boat. Usually the gains are set in calm conditions and you have this worked out anyway, but it might be nice for new users to have some sort of default pre-defined settings. This might make it easier finding that "sweet spot" that will steer comfortably and accurate, but also power efficient. When I set-up the gains and find that "sweet spot" I usually have no idea why I found it, or if it is more or less power efficient.
Anyway, I really like all discussions about autopilot gain so I am glad with your initiative.
Might I suggest also boat weight or length as a parameter? Not sure if this is added value, but I can imagine smaller and lighter boats (in calm conditions) are lighter to steer for a tiller than a longer heavier boat. Usually the gains are set in calm conditions and you have this worked out anyway, but it might be nice for new users to have some sort of default pre-defined settings. This might make it easier finding that "sweet spot" that will steer comfortably and accurate, but also power efficient. When I set-up the gains and find that "sweet spot" I usually have no idea why I found it, or if it is more or less power efficient.
Anyway, I really like all discussions about autopilot gain so I am glad with your initiative.