With electric-powered kayaks we have explored locations such as the Isles of Scilly.
Luke with Hobie tandem adventure island with Torqeedo travel electric motor and Li/Mn battery
With
this experience we are developing the integration of photovoltaic, new lithium-
based battery technology and electric motors for small boat application.
Oryan testing Ocean Kayak Torque with inboard Minn Kota kayak motor
We
are addressing the challenges this brings to boat design. This is bringing
the exciting prospect of on-water re-charging by solar means, for ultralight
craft that are highly versatile, independent of refuelling needs, and free
from the pollutants associated with conventional motors fuelled by petrochemicals.
Sheena on Green Admiral 1 with Torqeedo ultralight kayak motor and Li/Mn battery
Our
first wooden boat, the Green Admiral, was invited to participate in the
Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Pageant, a river
procession on the River Thames celebrating the 60 years of the Queen’s
reign.
Queen’s diamond jubilee pageant
References
Tyler.
S. 2010. Electric motors for kayaks and canoes. Journal of the Electric
Boat Association 23(1), 4-5.
Tyler, S. 2010. Join the Club: electric motors for kayaks and canoes. Watercraft 81 (May/June), p.53.
Tyler, S. 2011. Electric boating on the Isles of Scilly. Journal of the Electric Boat Association 24(2), 2-3.
Our boat with pageant flag and decorated with flags of the Commonwealth