Miami-based E-Force Marine showcased its latest large-scale 3D printing technology for the hull mold of its upcoming electric catamaran at the Miami International Boat Show. The industrial-scale 3D printer allows the company to produce the catamaran’s hull mold in modular sections, instead of the traditional time-consuming plug-and-mold method. This innovative technology allows the team to refine the hull geometry, iterate quickly and test changes without restarting the involved tooling process required for traditional fiberglass boat construction.
“Boatbuilding hasn’t fundamentally changed in decades,” explains Al Haghayegh, CEO at E-Force Marine. “For electric vessels, efficiency is everything, and the ability to fine-tune hull performance quickly is a game-changer. Every small gain in efficiency translates directly into more range, better performance, or lower battery requirements, and that level of iteration simply isn’t possible with traditional tooling.”
E-Force Marine is using the technology to develop its own inboard electric catamaran as a flagship product, powered by the company’s 100 kW electric drive system and delivering lower operating costs, while offering impressive performance refined during the build process.
To learn more, visit eforcemarine.com.
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