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Paul Madden Wind Voyager
Wind-Powered Ocean Research Ship
80-120 meters

Ocean Research Mission:

Create a globally deployable, high-tech platform capable of zero-emission, low sub-sea sound navigation that is dedicated to marine science and oceanography in order to explore deep oceans, while working to unlock the ocean’s sustainable potential—for the benefit of both people and planet. The vessel can support international research studying biology, geology, and oceanography. 

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  • Laboratories, including wet labs, a science seawater lab, computer electronics lab, a robotics lab, and a cold lab for biological work

  • Multibeam echosounder arrays

  • Acoustic sensors

  • system for microplastic water assessment

  • Over-the-side launch and recovery handling systems for sub-sea science equipment

  • Large cranes and A-Frame for equipment launch & recovery

  • Filmmaking studio with live global satellite broadcast capabilities.

Vessel Highlights:

  • Near silent operation under sail

  • On-demand Hybrid Diesel-Electric

  • Energy Storage

  • Hydro-Generation

  • Solar Panels on Sails

  • Energy Recuperation Stabilizers

  • Extended Range and 45+ days Endurance

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