The first solar-powered speed boat

27.05.2008 nauCAT
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The first solar-powered speed boat

The Czeers Mk I prototype is a clear statement that sustainability doesn’t need to compromise a beautiful design, speed, exclusivity and the overall experience. Czeers was founded by members of the Delft’s Technical University Solarboat-team, which comfortably won the 2006 Nuon Frisian Solar Challenge.
The innovative, solar-powered vessel, manages speeds of up to 30 knots (roughly 55 km/h). These speeds can be realized because of the uniquely shaped hull and the use of the latest technologies. The boat is covered with 14m2 of solar panels and an 80 kW electro motor. The Mk I seats 3 people in the cockpit and has a large sun deck. The hull, its interior and the propellor are made out of carbon fibre. For the control of the boat, both a LCD-touchscreen and a tailor-made steering wheel are used. Furthermore, the boat doesn’t cause any environmental damage and doesn’t use any oil or other fuels. Its user is therefore not confronted with fuel costs and at the same time the Mk I doesn’t produce exhaust fumes or engine noise. The Czeers Mk I is a 100% Dutch product. Of the prototype which was on disclosed during the 2007 Millionaire Fair Amsterdam a production version will be made. Czeers is aiming at both the international and domestic market and expects to sell between 4 and 8 boats per year.

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