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Speedy Water Skimmers

The Aguila Shark Seems to Slice Apart Air and Water

— December 20, 2012 — Autos
If there happened to be a smooth transition between the realms of air and water, the Aguila Shark would surely make that separation clean. The futuristic vehicle launches itself from the lake or ocean and glides quickly and gracefully along the rift between the two.

As its speed increases, the streamlined vessel gets a bit of lift from the surface of waves with its slick form preventing hydrodynamic drag. Taking the sharp shape of a wing, the concept Aguila Shark has minimal air resistance and boasts low fuel consumption.

The bright red stingray-like watercraft has a pair of propellers at the back that help to project it forward. A tiny cabin with a rounded glass windshield keeps the driver protected but enables a brilliant view of the blurred passing landscape outside.
Trend Themes
1. Hydrodynamic Drag Reduction - The Aguila Shark's sleek design minimizes hydrodynamic drag, presenting opportunities for efficient water skimming technologies.
2. Streamlined Vessels - The concept of using streamlined vessels to glide seamlessly between air and water opens up possibilities for faster transportation and recreational watercrafts.
3. Fuel-efficient Propulsion - The Aguila Shark's low fuel consumption showcases the potential for innovative propulsion systems in water travel.
Industry Implications
1. Marine Transportation - The concept of hydrodynamic drag reduction can be applied to develop faster and more fuel-efficient commercial and recreational watercrafts.
2. Automotive Design - Streamlined vessels like the Aguila Shark could inspire the automotive industry to create more aerodynamic and fuel-efficient vehicles for land and air travel.
3. Energy Efficiency - The fuel-efficient propulsion system of the Aguila Shark suggests opportunities for developing energy-efficient technologies in various industries, including marine, automotive, and aerospace.
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