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# Eco-Friendly "Flying Fish"
Volitan Concept Boat

By TechnoGadget | Published 2007-11-16 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-volitan-flying-fish-eco-friendly-boat
References: [designnobis](http://www.designnobis.com/)

This futuristic-looking [concept boat design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hermes-yacht-concept) named Volitan, or the "Flying Fish," was the result of collaboration between Dr. Hakan GÃ¼rsu and SÃ¶zÃ¼m DoÄŸan of the Designnobis Studio. It uses a solid sails and array of panels next to its wings to harnesses both the power of the wind and the sun. Its wings are controlled by an onboard computer, which monitors light and wind course to make best use of the boat's performance by turning the wings correctly. Its built-in computer could manipulate and fold the boat wings whenever the weather condition gets violent.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.5/10
- Popularity: 55% | Activity: 12% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Eco-friendly Boats:** The development of eco-friendly boats that use alternative sources of energy for propulsion and are environmentally sustainable.
- **Autonomous Boats:** The use of onboard computers and automated systems to operate boats remotely, reducing the need for human intervention and improving performance.
- **Smart Sail Technology:** The development of sensors and controls that optimize sail performance in real-time based on environmental conditions, increasing efficiency and speed.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Boat Manufacturing:** Boat manufacturers can explore innovative designs that incorporate alternative sources of energy and automation technology to create more sustainable and efficient boats.
- **Renewable Energy:** Renewable energy companies can develop new technologies for powering boats using the sun, wind, or other alternative sources of energy.
- **Technology and Software:** Technology and software companies can create new products and services for the boating industry, such as automated systems for controlling sails or monitoring weather conditions.

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