ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Multihull

Okay kiddo, I'm going to tell you about something called a multihull. Have you ever seen a boat or a ship that has one hull, which is like a big long tube that sits in the water? Well, a multihull is a little different. Instead of one hull, it has two or more hulls!

Imagine building a boat out of three or more long, skinny tubes that are fastened together side by side. That's basically what a multihull looks like. These tubes, called hulls, hold up the boat and keep it floating and stable on the water.

One of the biggest advantages of a multihull is that it's really stable, which means it doesn't tip over easily like a regular boat might. This is because the hulls are spread out wide instead of all in one place like a regular boat's hull.

Another cool thing is that a multihull is usually faster and more efficient than a boat with just one hull. This is because the hulls create less drag in the water and the boat can move through the water with less effort. Plus, with several hulls, the boat can be loaded up with more stuff and still stay afloat.

But multihulls also have some downsides. They can be more expensive and complicated to build, and they might not be as easy to steer or maneuver as a regular boat. So, it's important to carefully consider whether a multihull is the right choice for you before you take to the water!