Liquid Robotics launches new generation of wave glider ocean robots(venturebeat.com)
venturebeat.com
Liquid Robotics launches new generation of wave glider ocean robots
http://venturebeat.com/2013/04/08/liquid-robotics-launches-new-generation-of-wave-glider-ocean-robots
3 comments
Three-hundred large for a model boat? To me, it looks like a $3k boat that should be (over)priced at $30k.
Maybe that is 'retail' and they'll knock fifty-grand off and sell it for the bargain price of a quarter-of-a-million dollars!
Maybe that is 'retail' and they'll knock fifty-grand off and sell it for the bargain price of a quarter-of-a-million dollars!
I'm guessing you're paying for the reliability and range. Does the price include sensor suites? Those are usually big ticket items.
Also, since these are autonomous, a crew is not necessary. You also save $ on fuel. I imagine the boat's cost savings pay for itself.
Also, since these are autonomous, a crew is not necessary. You also save $ on fuel. I imagine the boat's cost savings pay for itself.
I am curious how many they sold! I hope they will fare well, because it's a fantastic product.