Convert Boat Sail Drive Forces into Speed | KGF to M/S & KM/H Conversion Help"

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The discussion focuses on converting sail drive forces measured in kilogram-force (kgf) into speed metrics (meters per second and kilometers per hour) for the Hartley TS16 boat. Michael has calculated the sail drive forces at various wind speeds and has also determined drag coefficients related to relative wind speeds and lee heel. Participants are encouraged to assist in the conversion process using the provided force data, which includes specific values in both kgf and pounds (lb).

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Hello,

My name is Michael, and I have been working out some stuff which is to do with my boat, Hartley TS16. I have worked out the boats sail drive in different wind speeds etc. and have done so in KGF. Is there any way which I can convert this force into speed? I also have worked out relevant drag coefficients for relative wind speeds and lee heel.

I have a spreadsheet with all the details (no forumals etc. just data), if it would help I can send that to a few people.

If so, could someone please help me convert the following forces into speed (m/s, km/h is fine) - listen in kgf and lb, for your convenience

(kgf) (lb)
3 | 7
7 | 28
20 | 44
29 | 64
39 | 86
51 | 113
68 | 149
83 | 184
71 | 156
82 | 180
92 | 204

Anyway just to solve curiosity this is the boat:
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This is not a mathematics question, it is a physics question so I am moving it.

Nice boat, by the way. I am tempted to suspect that you posted this question just to show off the boat!
 

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