Maria Malindretou -Vika
Editing Katerina Perraki Marvin 50
Greek Way
The need of becoming “green” has become a pressing matter in boating during recent years. This project’s goal was to create a boat capable of being autonomous and self-sufficient from an energy standpoint.
This type of boat is placed right between sailing and motor boating. Since sailing has always been the most eco-friendly way to cruise the seas, this project suggests the creation of a third category of boating that bears characteristics found in both sailing and motorboats. In order to achieve these goals, an abundance of design decisions had to be taken. First and foremost, the choice of two hulls. This decision allowed for less resistance in the water and therefore less propulsion energy. The boat is designed to be constructed using the most advanced technologies in the field today; vacuum infusion epoxy resins and Kevlar laminates where employed to achieve a lightweight yet inexpensive hull. The same lightweight approach was employed for the superstructure by using modern materials that conform to EU regulations. The multihull also allows for more space above deck; this provides an area of 35 sq m of photovoltaic panels, supplying the vessel with enough energy to become self-sufficient.
Propulsion relies on an electric/diesel engine, presenting various options to the user; from a completely «electrical» propulsion, to a completely diesel one. The first option
offers a 30Nm of autonomy at a 5 kn cruising speed, while a combination of electric and diesel propulsion can achieve a 487Nm autonomy at 9 kn, by consuming only 400 liters of fuel. Services onboard are comprised of A+ Energy Efficiency class equipment and LED illumination. The openings found on deck are strategically placed in order to provide sufficient daylight and flow of air so as to eliminate the need of A/C, which would require vast amounts of energy.
Exterior
These technological innovations don’t come bundled in a blunt and unimaginative shell, though. The boat’s captivating lines and broad spaces, both externally and internally, create an aggressive profile, without giving up on space comfort. The catamaran can accommodate up to 8 guests in its two hulls, whilst on deck level a kitchen - with an unobstructed view of the bow, a dinette and a living room provide the relaxing space for all day-to-day activities, illuminated by large apertures in the boat’s shell.
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