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T H E E L I Z A B E T H S W A N N
THE CLEAN: 'QUEEN OF THE SEAS' - ZERO EMISSION (BLUE GROWTH) ACCELERATOR PROJECT
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FEBRUARY 2024 - Further hull development took place in 2023 to improve performance, to allow the taking of two Guinness World Records with one vessel, necessitating an increase the diameter of the original jig base and tower locators - mainly to accommodate off the shelf components - rather than be forced to manufacture bespoke electronics. We thus calculated the need for larger hull tubes, now being installed in March 2024, the equivalent of laying a keel. Fortunately, the wooden jig was easy to adapt, since many man hours were invested in the tower design and joinery. We did not want to start all over again, unless absolutely necessary. As you can see, the spruce and plywood frame on which the solar panels are mounted, fitted like a glove, when re-installed. Now, the forming of alloy ends and foils can continue. Followed by fitting of the solar wings, drives and sun tracking electronics. It will be a miniature of the real control system. The Swann can set the 1st hydrogen record, and beat the existing solar record.
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UNA CLIMATE & OCEANS 2022: Members of the Elizabeth Swann team at a United Nations presentation in Bexhill, 19th November 2022. From left to right: Leo, Ryan and Terry. The project benefits from students as young as 14 years, ambassadors for clean marine technology to combat climate change. This was a local United Nations event in Sussex, focusing on climate and ocean biodiversity, organized by Gonzalo Alvarez, with generous assistance from Sussex Wildlife Trust and many other fantastic event supporters, including RS Aqua.
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NOVEMBER 2023 - Our workshop suffered from floods and storms. Next port of call is modifying the jig, to take larger diameter hulls. The proof of concept model has also grown in length. Our engineering student is seen here, getting things together. He is a speaker at the Bexhill Ocean Symposium later this month: 18th. Much of which is to do with how SeaVax spawned from the solar energy harvesting system of this concept. Elizabeth Swann is hydrogen powered, with solar assistance. The design advanced in 2023, as you will see in 2024.
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V2 JANUARY 2024 - This is a CAD drawing for a revised main hull @ 2800mm with 1870mm outriggers (D4 43.72kg) proof of concept model
JVH2 SOLARSPORT HYDRORACER - The Elizabeth Swann is hydrogen powered, using fuel cells. She also generates onboard electricity via PV panels, storing it in batteries - making her energy autonomous as a reserve. Studies show that it is possible to travel up to 4000nm stand alone on hydrogen tanks. We are also keeping a watching brief on ammonia and methanol as fuels of the future, with favorable quotes for methanol bunkering secured, extending range between pit stops to 6,000nm, meaning it is within our grasp to travel Around The World In 80 days. That said, such notions all come to naught for commercial ZEWT operations, without hydrogen bunkering at ports and harbours. Hence, that is the real challenge, investing in electrolyzers and renewable electricity. This is a test for port authorities and fleet operators all over the globe, not agreed at COP26 in Scotland, looking forward to seeing the outcomes of COP27, 28 and COP29 as they may take effect, alongside COP15, Biodiversity Target 7: elimination of marine plastic. The Elizabeth Swann is a Plastic Free Boat. It's enough to make a humpback whale leap for joy.
THE SHIPPING INDUSTRY CARRIES AROUND 90% OF WORLD TRADE
It would be fair to say that shipping is the life blood of the global economy, and very necessary in United Nations circular economy terms, called, Sustainability Development Goals, or SDGs.
Some 11 billion tons of goods are transported by ship each year.
Representing
1.5 tons per person based on the current global
population. Ocean
bound freight carriage is set to grow significantly by 2050, along with
exhaust emissions, save for IMO and EU targets.
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INVESTMENT
OPPORTUNITIES The race is on, for the Jules Verne Hydrogen Trophy.
There is as yet no hydrogen (only) navigation record to beat. The opportunity to be the first only comes once. We are hoping to be able to make Jules Verne's dream come true, with our World Hydrogen Challenge Bunkering Route (July 2021 V1).
Please contact the Foundation for the latest opportunities.
DIESEL RECORD TO BEAT - The Cable and Wireless adventurer was a stunning achievement in 1998, around the world in 75 days. But still the fastest round the world boats are sailing multi-hulls. The Jules Verne (sailing) Trophee is held by Francis Joyon in the IDEC Sport in 41 days, set in 2017. These are tough records to beat. They do not happen overnight. They are the result of years of fine tuning and waiting for ideal conditions. Not to mention having a team with persistence and backing. Unfortunately, though the clipper ships of old (Like the Cutty Sark) managed incredible times to deliver spices and silks, sail power cannot provide reliable container ship deliveries, when the wind does not blow. Where conventional bunker fuels are being outlawed, one solution is clean, green and renewable hydrogen.
The Elizabeth Swann is more than a high-performance vessel; it's a beacon of innovation with the potential to revolutionize the maritime industry, in the potential to scale up the technology for cargo carriers and cruise liners. By embracing this technology, we can collectively navigate towards a cleaner, more sustainable future for the world's oceans.
SOLAR
RECORD TO BEAT - On the 27th of September 2010 Tūranor PlanetSolar started on a journey around the world from Monaco. With this expedition, the initiators of the project aimed to focus the public awareness on the importance of renewable energies for environmental protection.
Experience the pinnacle of guilt-free luxury at sea. Our adaptable craft combines cutting-edge solar and hydrogen energy with indulgent design for an unparalleled experience that leaves no trace on our precious oceans, allowing private island expeditions with zero carbon footprints.
Scaling this technology for larger vessels presents additional opportunities and considerations for investors.
The rewards of contributing to these projects also generates immense personal satisfaction from knowing your investment supports the larger cause of combating
climate change and promoting clean energy solutions.
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It was Jules Verne, who in 1874, first proposed water as an energy source, in The Mysterious Island. If we are able to move quickly enough, we could mount a World Hydrogen Challenge on the 150th anniversary of his prediction, in 2024 - with the world's fastest & largest hydrogen ship.
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The Elizabeth Swann is a 44 meter trimaran design ideal for workboats and coastal ferries. The Swann features the very latest 'Deep Speed' electric jet drives. The Swann incorporates an autonomous navigation system and AI, adding an extra level of safety to operations.
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