Dutch submarine manufacturer 'U-Boat Worx' is going to unveil the latest diving machine called the 'C-Explorer' at the The 2010 Monaco Yacht Show. The company will release four different models of the submarine with different loading capacity.
The C-Explorer has been certified for diving to depths from 100 metres to 1,000 metre. Each of the models are powered by lithium-ion-batteries and feature robotic manipulator arms, underwater navigation systems, high-definition video cameras and an integrated remotely operated vehicle. The price of the submarine ranges from $358,377 to $1.07 million.
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