The Dutch company U-Boat Worx presented the Nautilus boat project, 37.5 m long.A finished vessel will be able to
The developers report that the ship project has passedall necessary checks and certificates and represents the first project of a yacht that can dive underwater. The development was inspired by Jules Verne's novel 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea.
Images: U-Boat Worx
A ship weighing 1250 tons and 37.5 m long canoperate like a normal yacht. In this mode, the deck houses a fresh water pool, a bar and a dining table. The boat can accommodate up to 10 passengers and 7 crew members. Before diving, the sun "terrace" is removed.
When operating as a yacht, the Nautilus offersa massive sun deck with a freshwater pool, a bar and a luxurious dining table. This outdoor device is retracted before the submarine descends below sea level.
Image: U-Boat Worx
In underwater mode, the boat can be up tofour days, but when moving at cruising speed, this period is reduced to 6 hours. The ship, powered by a hybrid diesel-electric engine, can dive to a depth of 200 m. On the surface, it can reach speeds of up to 9 knots (16.67 km / h) , and under water - up to 4 knots (7.41 km / h).
The developers note that an additional bonus of the new device is the fight against seasickness. If the surface is too turbulent, the ship can go under water and continue a calm journey.
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