Ecological boats: they are electric and barely touch the water

the Candela P-12 It is an 8.5 meter long vessel with a capacity of 12 passengers, and it is designed in such a way that due to its height it allows a different panoramic view while traveling powered by zero energy program. This vessel is equipped with a electric propulsion system, but this is not his only innovation. the Candela P-12 it is not an ordinary boat. His helmet moves on the water with hydrofoils, which reduces energy consumption by 85% due to its lower friction.

Candela is a Swedish company recently created whose mission is reduce global emissions derived from maritime transport. His specialization has focused on the development of electric boats. His first creation was the Candela C-7, a light boat type of boat, which literally flies above the surface of the water thanks to this technology hydrofoils. The concept dates back to 1919, and is based on the same physical principle as an airplane (Bernouilli), but in a liquid medium, which is approximately 1000 times denser than air.

As a first evolution in the development of this type of boat, now they have presented the P-12, considered as a vessel which functions as a water taxi or passenger transport stop doing local services. Its design bet become the replacement of traditional boats for two reasons: your electric powertrain and a helmet of carbon fiber, light and resistant, which fly over water make one sustainable mobility.

How the hydrofoil system works

Under his carbon fiber helmet, this electric boat has wings that lift it leave it completely out of water when the critical speed. The boat literally “take off”, reducing friction, which allows to consume less energy, which also contributes to reduce noise level and raise the navigation comfort. The ship almost floats in the air like an airplane and does not leave any mark on the water in its path. To stabilize the ship on these small wings, the Candela P-12 is surrounded by sensors that collect the data required by your board computer to guarantee a stable trip under almost all conditions, by adjusting the hydrofoil position.

The result is incredible. The boat goes faster and navigate in restricted areas where contrails could harm marine life, as well as be able to cross shallow water. Manufacturers claim that with this navigation mode is reduced by 95% Force G waves compared to conventional boats.

the Candela P-12 you can navigate to a speed up to 30 knots (55 km / h) and his autonomy at each charge of your batteries is more than two hours at an average speed of 20 knots (37 km / h). To recharge them, it has a DC fast charging which allows you to recover full autonomy in an hour.

“The The P-12 consumes 85% less energy than water taxis with combustion engine conventional, that is to say less energy per passenger than a family car», Specifies the company.

This means that even in markets where fossil fuels are subsidized, the P-12 will be a 85% cheaper operate as combustion engine vessels of comparable size.

The first units of the Candela P-12 will be available for your delivery end of 2022.

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