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Manta Ray-Inspired Trimarans

The Solar Odyssey is an Recycled Solar Sailer

— March 31, 2011 — Autos
The Solar Odyssey is a groundbreaking new trimaran from Lemer Pax, designed to cruise the oceans of the world in eco-friendly style. Lemer Pax's trimaran is powered 100 percent by the sun and emits zero emissions.

The Solar Odyssey is perhaps the greenest boat on the water as it is solar-powered and is made from recycled boat parts. The trimaran measures 60-feet and is covered with 1,184 square-feet of solar panels. The Odyssey's unique design lets it slice through the water at 33 knots, a speed which I'm assuming is extremely quick for trimarans. The Lemer Pax team has already unveiled the Solar Odyssey and is prepping it for a possible trip across the globe.
Trend Themes
1. Solar-powered Boats - The trend of developing and using fully solar-powered boats, like the Solar Odyssey, will disrupt traditional fuel-powered boating and create opportunities for innovation in the marine industry.
2. Recycled Materials - Using recycled materials to build boats, like the Solar Odyssey, will disrupt traditional boat building and create opportunities for innovation in sustainable materials and manufacturing.
3. Alternative Maritime Travel - The trend of developing alternative forms of maritime travel, like the Solar Odyssey, will disrupt the traditional cruise ship industry and create opportunities for sustainable, eco-friendly travel.
Industry Implications
1. Marine Industry - The marine industry can capitalize on the trend of solar-powered boats and the use of recycled materials to create innovative, sustainable designs.
2. Green Energy Industry - The green energy industry can capitalize on the trend of fully solar-powered boats, like the Solar Odyssey, to expand their market and develop new technologies for the marine industry.
3. Travel Industry - The travel industry can capitalize on the trend of alternative maritime travel, like the Solar Odyssey, to offer sustainable and eco-friendly travel experiences and attract environmentally conscious consumers.
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