“Marvin the Martian” is a 50′ solar-powered cruising catamaran. The 35 sq. meters of photovoltaic panels affixed to its roof supply the vessel with enough energy to be self-sufficient, and the boat is designed to be constructed using the most advanced technologies in the field today. The electrical propulsion has a 30Nm autonomy at 5 kn, while the diesel propulsion can achieve a 487Nm autonomy at 9 kn. And we have to say that it looks pretty spiffy too!
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Why not just put a mast and sail on it and eliminate the diesel?
Only a 10% of the international boating market corresponds to acquisitions of sailing boats. The low percentage can be explained by numerous factors, not least of which is the need for a very specific instruction in order to sail. The remaining 90% prefers to experience sea life in a more indirect way so, therefore, the idea of offering a cruise yacht that does not require particular abilities or instruction, while at the same time remaining eco-sustainable – providing low gas consumption and a silent navigation – could become an intriguing alternative.
This is actually SUPER eco-friendly since it only exists in 100% recyclable pixels at the moment.