ePropulsion has partnered with global international sailing competition, the America’s Cup, to power autonomous race marks for the forthcoming event in Barcelona.
ePropulsion’s Navy 6.0 Evo motor, powered by its E163 battery, will provide propulsion for the AC Bot, race mark, developed by the America’s Cup team ahead of the October competition.
The marks are operated via GPS, eliminating the need to anchor them to the seabed so avoiding damage to the marine environment.
“After their success during the preliminary competitions last year, we’re very excited to put our AC Bots back in action in Barcelona,” said Brent Russell, head of technology, AC Media. “We’re even more excited to have ePropulsion as a partner. The America’s Cup is the pinnacle of sailing competition and the perfect platform for raising awareness of the importance of adopting environmentally friendly technology.”
The America’s Cup is the pinnacle of sailing competition and the perfect platform for raising awareness of the importance of adopting environmentally friendly technology.
Brent Russell, head of technology, AC Media
The Navy Series electric outboard motor uses direct-drive technology, and is suitable for aluminium fishing boats, dinghies, daysailers and cruising sailboats. The motor can be used in salt and freshwater.
ePropulsion’s E-Series lithium iron phosphate batteries are high-performance and suitable for smaller vessels with minimal interior storage space.
The batteries are IP67 waterproof rated and engineered for ease of use.
An intelligent battery management system (BMS) features a display that shows state of charge, voltage, current and alarm information.
The E163 is designed for high reliability with an all-metal housing that is impact resistant and drop proof.
“We’re delighted to partner with America’s Cup, the oldest competition in sailing, to power these innovative race marks and elevate the climate consciousness of this competition,” said Danny Tao, CEO of ePropulsion.
“ePropulsion is dedicated to promoting and furthering sustainability on all fronts, and we’re very pleased with this opportunity to do so with the AC Bot and America’s Cup.”
