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The 'origami' concept superyacht that folds to go faster

Discussion in 'General Yachting Discussion' started by MaxPower, Aug 28, 2010.

  1. MaxPower, Aug 28, 2010
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  2. Ward, Aug 29, 2010
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    The article mentions "speed" a few times, but I don't see how a floating shoe box is going to be very fast.
  3. ScotL, Aug 29, 2010
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    No mention of size either. Maybe the ultra wealthy will stop playing "my boat is bigger than your boat" and just go with something innovative.
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    hopefully it will remain a "concept" ...
  5. ScotL, Aug 29, 2010
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    Granted, it is not pretty. But it is different. A was not pretty at first, either. I then grew to really like her. Origami is certainly no A though. I do not see myself getting to like this thing.

    Almost looks more like a party barge. Not sure I like the platforms being 5 feet or so above water. And what about propulsion? And the bridge? Apparently it needs no tender.