Nanotech versus the pirates: Zyvex Marine unveils the LRV-17

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The purveyors of fine nanotech-enabled lightweight boats at Zyvex Technologies have been in touch to tell Gizmag about their latest creation, the LRV-17, developed to combat piracy off the coast of Africa. At 17.35 m (57 ft), the LRV-17 is a slightly bigger boat than Zyvex's unmanned Piranha USV, but unlike its piscine predecessor the LRV-17 can support of a crew of six for up to five days. Thanks to its weight, Zyvex claims its 1500 nautical mile (2778 km) range can outdistance other boats of its size by a factor of three - hence LRV, which stands for long-range vessel... Continue Reading Nanotech versus the pirates: Zyvex Marine unveils the LRV-17

Section: Military

Tags: Boat, Nanomaterials, Naval Piracy, Zyvex Marine

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