What power application causes a boat with a planing hull to rise and glide above the water?

A boat with a planing hull rises and glides above the water due to the application of sufficient power. When adequate power is applied, the boat's speed increases to a point where the hull can create enough lift to transition from operating in a displacement mode to a planing mode. In this mode, the boat rides on top of the water rather than pushing through it, which reduces drag and allows for more efficient movement.

As the boat accelerates, the shape of the hull helps generate lift against the water's surface. Reaching this plane requires a balance where the power provided is enough to overcome the gravitational force pulling the boat down while simultaneously lifting it above the water. At this optimal speed and power, the water flow under the hull creates lift, allowing the boat to skim across the surface.

Minimal power would not provide the necessary speed for planing, causing the boat to remain in a displacement mode. Consistent power refers to maintaining a steady output, which could be useful but does not specifically pertain to the action of rising and gliding. Excess power, while it may temporarily lift the hull, generally leads to inefficiencies and could cause instability. Thus, the application of sufficient power is key to achieving the gliding effect in a plan