Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Glasshopper Superstructure


'Pièce de résistance' will be the glass superstructure with a crystal shaped cockpit and columns carrying glass panes. All together a very transparent superstructure offer a great view to the environment.


Stainless steel rods form the basic structure of the crystal shaped cockpit.



Rods meet in a hub.



Looking at the top of the superstructure with the centre beam.


Columns prepared to carry glass panes.


A view of the interior space with enough headroom for tall people. See also the battery storage in front.


Not less than seven heavy duty battery chargers are installed.


Together with a battery management system, they have to keep the batteries in fit condition as the batteries have to supply energy for all vital systems onboard including the propulsion and airconditioning.


Switchboard to manage electrical energy distribution.


Part of the airconditioning which leads fresh air to the ceiling.


Sliding door installation in aft ship


Some of the wiring for the podded electric motors.