U-Boat Worx recently received orders for the first C-Explorer 3 submersibles. Works have started on the design as well as manufacturing of these superyacht toys that can dive up to depths of 300 meters and are characterized by their fully transparent pressure hull that permits the best underwater view possible. An example of a superyacht designed with this highly innovative water toy is the latest 65m Nedship motor yacht Sea Bull concept.
C-Explorer 3 submersible by U-Boat Worx
Unprecedented exploration platform
C-Explorer 3 represents a unique combination of the reliability and experience of the C-Quester submersible with an economic, modular, and versatile work-platform for research, exploration, scientific and offshore applications. It represents the ultimate submersible in oceanographic activities.
With its practical configuration and full 360-degree acrylic pressure hull, this exceptional submersible cruises at 3 knots below the surface offering unparalleled performance.
Exploration, salvage, archeology, biology, inspection, maintenance, filming
Optional equipment is ready to fit one’s needs: the C-Explorers can carry tools that allow scientists to work. HD cameras, high-intensity lights, magnetometers, bottom profilers and manipulator arms, etc. Whether being used for the monitoring of pipelines, the inspection of other facilities, welding operations or just filmmaking; the C-Explorers are easily equipped with additional tools.
65m megayacht SEA BULL concept by NEDSHIP featuring C-Explorer 3
Comfort
The pilot and the observer sit comfortably upright on regular seating while cabin pressure is maintained at one atmosphere. Cabin temperature and humidity is maintained at a comfortable level by the submersible`s air-conditioning system and all life support related parameters are monitored by the pilot.
U-Boat Worx is currently planning to build the second series of C-Explorer 3 submersibles.
Key Features
– Fully acrylic pressure hull with top-hatch
– Up to 1,000 metres operating depth
– Up to 16 hours endurance
– Standard air conditioning system
– Most versatile scientific research submersible
Standard Equipment
– Sunlight-readable touchscreen for battery, thruster and alarm monitoring
– Air conditioning system
– Emergency Releasable Buoy
– Single Sideband Underwater Communication Set
– Echosounder
Classification Society: Germanischer Lloyd
