Which navigational limitation results when medieval square sails cannot maintain significant Tension along the Luff?

💡 Explanation

Limited luff tension causes increased leeway, because aerodynamic force cannot be efficiently converted into forward motion, requiring an auxiliary power source such as oars. Therefore upwind sailing is limited, rather than optimum speed or maneuverability, or extra stability.

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