Malo Vitra
Drive System
The propulsion system is based on a mix of currently available sustainable technologies.
Max Speed
is maximum speed that vessel can achieve.
Propulsion
of total power with E-propulsion Navy outboard engine that works on 48V.
Battery
of total capacity with E-propulsion LiFePo4 battery pack E175.
Solar Panels
of 9S high-efficiency photovoltaic monocrystalline panels.
Vessel Parameters
is weight of the cockpit. The total weight of the vessel with all equipment is 246kg.
Vessel Construction
Cockpit Construction
- Vacuum infusion molding process by Marservis d.o.o. from Kaštelir
- Basic laminate: 2 layers of carbon 200 g/m² roving with epoxy resin
- Bottom reinforced with Soric XF 135 g/m² sandwich core construction
- 8 additional layers in cockpit abutment area on carbon tubes
- Driver's bulkhead and outer decks with 10mm AIREX T92 PET core
- Locally reinforced areas in driver's compartment and battery housing
Motor Support
- Sandwich construction with 25mm thickness for maximum stiffness
- PVC core 200 g/m³ with superior structural properties
- 2 layers of carbon fiber on both inside and outside surfaces
- Same carbon fiber grammage as hull for consistency
- Bonded to transom using structural adhesive for durability
Structural Design
- Deck made of 2 layers of carbon fiber with local stiffening
- Forward hull and deck bonded with methacrylate-based structural glue
- Rear section screwed to aluminum frame with waterproof sealing
- Battery and electronics area with specialized joint sealing
- Recycled AIREX T92 PET core materials from previous vessels
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Project Overview
Malo Vitra is our team's latest innovative vessel - a prototype racing catamaran powered entirely by renewable energy sources via solar cells, operating without CO2 emissions. The vessel features an advanced electric propulsion system that supplies power to the outboard electric motor, representing a breakthrough in sustainable maritime technology.