All sailors should be aware that you can make a free off grid fridge that works well with no electricity. I'm sure anyone could make this for...
I think printing a framed in Yacht is already a possibility although not cost effective. I can say it may not come to fruition any time soon,...
@ Doubters, Several posters are claiming that only reinforced plastics are good enough to "Float your boat", Have a look at these common...
@ upchurchmr, You are overlooking much of my last post that address this. Plastics are already being used in most every yacht and most Hulls...
@ TANSL, Fiberglass (or fibreglass) is a type of fiber reinforced plastic where the reinforcement fiber is specifically glass fiber. The glass...
@ Tansl, Yes. I belong to a 3D printing forum and was also looking for answers here. @ upchurchmr, I meant most plastics can be used...
@ Tansl, The materials can be almost any kind of plastic you can imagine. One of the links I gave was a small boat made from melted milk...
Hi, First look at these printed small models. Size can be adjusted by mouse clicks. http://www.pinterest.com/pin/550916966888614073/ 3D...
Is anybody printing boats yet? I'm wondering if this might be the way to go for my retirement ship where construction must begin in about 8...
The boat design open discussion forum might be a good place to compare prices. For Example in Toronto, Canada you will be looking at these...
I cannot fathom why mooring is in such high demand and so expensive. I live in Toronto, and they could easily build more docks. It just seems...
Uck.. Yes I could visualize some such. Too bad. I do like the idea of anchoring out. My city slip fees are as costly as an apartment rental....
I think cities should have an anchor out community. Have ten plus vessels moored together and take turns doing shuttles to the shore. The...
@ BerKu, I think methods will be found to harness pitch for free. A poorly balanced Sail or Motor affects pitch as example. Would this be more...
I am no expert, but I know I have read some foams (especially Spray) can start water retention after a decade or so. If you are building a...
Yes. Plus a lot of cats have V hulls. The Mermaid II has been designed as a Catamaran. [IMG] I've also heard the notion, "A stable position...
Hello. I'm new and wish to retire on the seas, so I am happy exploring up and coming concepts. Many of you have already discussed the Mermaid II...