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Electric hydrofoil diveboat?

Electric hydrofoil diveboat?

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Up to 12 passengers can experience electric hydrofoiling in the Candela P-8. It has one electric pod motor, which allows the P-8 to cruise in almost complete silence, so it does not disturb marine wildlife or contribute sound pollution.

Candela P-8
While the P-8 is being branded as a "water taxi," its size appears to be ideal for divers as well

Energy consumption is reduced by 80% when the computer-controlled hydrofoils lift the hull above the surface, so it can cruise for 40 nautical miles at 20 knots. At 30 knots, passengers still get a smooth yet thrilling ride even in choppy seas, as it flies above wave crests, without noise or slamming.

Designed for panoramic views, the climate shell ensures passenger comfort even in sub-zero temperatures or tropical heat. Consuming less energy per person than a car, it is cheaper to run than vessels with combustion engines.

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