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FEATURE ARTICLE
Candela's e-Power Hydrofoil Shuttle Takes to the Waterways of Sweden
Candela P-12 hydrofoil ferry is powered by specially designed motor and drive system that operates underwater to reach flight speed at 16 knots
and top speed of 30 knots.
Powered by specially designed permanent-magnet motors and
drives that operate underwater, a new commercial e-hydrofoil
will soon be taking to the waters offshore Stockholm to ferry 30
people at a time at record-breaking speed and tranquility. A recent
maiden voyage, aptly called a flight, saw the craft hitting its airborne
take-off speed of 16 knots and quickly reaching its designed
top speed of 30 knots within 16 seconds.
The first flight of the Candela P-12 pre-production vessel, named
'Zero', was guided by company founder Gustav Hasselskog himself
in November 2023, marking another triumph by Candela in
the pursuit of a new era in electrified and sustainable water transport.
Already, the company makes a range of electric-powered
pleasure-craft hydrofoils based on the same innovative C-Pod motor
technology. The P-12 has not only claimed the title of the fastest
electric ship to date but also stands as the first vessel capable
of undertaking long-range, high-speed journeys-a breakthrough in
sustainable water travel, says the company. Moreover, using it is
expected to bring significant profit boosts for ferry operators.
Two compact permanent magnet motors provide unrivaled range and
efficiency. Enough thrust to make the boats fly at a speed of 30 knots,
quietly. Electric direct-drive means no noise from gears, no oil changes
and maintenance-free operation.
Propulsion takes place underwater from innovative C-Pod motor and
drive system. The electric pod motor was developed in-house by Candela's
50-strong engineering team.
Now the company has begun serial production of the P-12 at its
Stockholm factory. The second P-12 vessel, set to join Stockholm's
public transport system by 2024, will ferry citizens between
the island suburb of Ekero and the city center. This electric vessel
for 30 passengers, with minimal wake production, has secured
a speed exemption in the city, cutting commuting times from 55
minutes to just 25 minutes-beating the speed of competing subway
and bus lines and doubling car commutes during rush hour.
Working within larger fleet systems, much like a bus service, the
P-12 helps set up custom fleets that replace bigger ferries, result18
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What sets it apart is the innovation at its core-three carbon fiber
wings beneath the hull reduce energy consumption by a staggering
80% compared to regular fast vessels. Once airborne, P-12's
digital Flight Control System adjusts the foils' angles based on
various sensors, ensuring a smoother voyage without the discomforts
of sea-sickness-inducing motions common on regular ships.
Meanwhile, underwater the powerful propulsion system efficiently
makes things go.
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