The GEN-II started its commercial voyage on Sep 28, 2012, and after its successful operation for six months, in March 2013, by request of the Kaohsiung City Government, AIDE proceeded with the development of the next generation for the e-boat, to achieve the optimization for the power system as follows:
Item | Specification |
Cruise Range | 8 hrs @ 5 knots (0.39KWH/KM) |
Electric Motor | 25 KW AC/200V x 2、1000 rpm |
Energy Source | Solar Charging,Onshore grid power |
Lighting | LED Lamps (included underwater light) |
Solar Panel | 5 KWp |
Battery Pack | 48 KWh LiFePO4 Battery Pack |
Noise Level | 70~75 db @ 5 knots |
Dimension | L: 13.0 m, W: 4.5 m, H: 3.5 m; Depth from deck:1.2 m |
Weight | 7.0 tons |
Passengers | 2 Crews, 24~42 passengers (included 2 handicapped seats) |
Navigable Area | Canals, River, Lakes, Harbors |
Speed | Cruise: 5 knots; Full Speed: 10 knots (18.5 km/h) |
Generated Capacity of Solar Power / Day | 24KWh (5KW*5hrs) |
Solar Utilization Rate (Weekdays / Holidays) | 100% / 100% |
Electricity Consumption / Day (Weekdays 10 Trips / Holidays 20 Trips) | 8KWh / 16KWh |