Post by account_disabled on Feb 24, 2024 23:16:33 GMT -5
Not surprisingly, New Zealand-based Dreadnort Boats is best known for its boats . That said, the company has now introduced a multi-purpose portable structure called POD… that will definitely catch the attention of its users.
Firstly, we should note that Dreadnort Boats is actually the result of a collaboration between two other firms, Transformarine Naval Architects and Altech Marine. The name POD is an acronym for “Point of Difference,” which is certainly appropriate.
We're told the concept dates back to a case study, in which designers were tasked with developing a tsunami shelter that could function as a boat or trailer. After all, why have a shelter that sits around doing nothing between emergencies? And no, with its large windows, the POD itself is not designed to be tsunami-proof.
Custom Design POD
Designed to serve as a portable office, the current prototype is made from mm marine grade aluminum cladding along with mm toughened safety glass windows. It measures x x m ( x x in), has a plan view area of m ( sq ft), a maximum interior space of cm ( inches) and weighs a little over ton.
Dreadnort claims the prototype's V-shaped seating areas can seat up to adults, plus there are under-seat storage areas and two fold-out tables that can be fitted with cushions to serve as beds. Everything mo C Level Executive List ves from place to place on a trailer and has lifting lugs on the roof that allow a crane or helicopter to lift it.
Custom Design POD
Once in place, the main body of the POD sits up to cm ( in) above the ground on four height-adjustable jacks. Occupants enter and exit through a two-piece gullwing door that features a set of folding steps.
And while the shelter could certainly connect to the local electrical grid, it is equipped with two -watt solar panels that charge a Ah deep cycle battery. A -watt inverter can be used to power a laptop or television, while two -volt DC outlets can be used for appliances such as a small refrigerator; There are also two USB sockets for charging electronic devices.
The prototype is additionally equipped with three light circuits including overhead interior lighting, interior ambient lighting at foot level, and exterior lighting above the entrance. Oh yeah, and there's also a Fusion Panel-Stereo.
Custom Design POD
Dreadnort naval architect Blair Lewis tells us the company is working on several other designs, where the POD could also be used as a camping trailer, mobile food/coffee kiosk, tiny house or houseboat . . The company is also quite receptive to custom-designed PODs for whatever purpose the customer desires.
Depending on configuration and amenities, pricing for fully finished units starts at NZ$, (about US$,).
Firstly, we should note that Dreadnort Boats is actually the result of a collaboration between two other firms, Transformarine Naval Architects and Altech Marine. The name POD is an acronym for “Point of Difference,” which is certainly appropriate.
We're told the concept dates back to a case study, in which designers were tasked with developing a tsunami shelter that could function as a boat or trailer. After all, why have a shelter that sits around doing nothing between emergencies? And no, with its large windows, the POD itself is not designed to be tsunami-proof.
Custom Design POD
Designed to serve as a portable office, the current prototype is made from mm marine grade aluminum cladding along with mm toughened safety glass windows. It measures x x m ( x x in), has a plan view area of m ( sq ft), a maximum interior space of cm ( inches) and weighs a little over ton.
Dreadnort claims the prototype's V-shaped seating areas can seat up to adults, plus there are under-seat storage areas and two fold-out tables that can be fitted with cushions to serve as beds. Everything mo C Level Executive List ves from place to place on a trailer and has lifting lugs on the roof that allow a crane or helicopter to lift it.
Custom Design POD
Once in place, the main body of the POD sits up to cm ( in) above the ground on four height-adjustable jacks. Occupants enter and exit through a two-piece gullwing door that features a set of folding steps.
And while the shelter could certainly connect to the local electrical grid, it is equipped with two -watt solar panels that charge a Ah deep cycle battery. A -watt inverter can be used to power a laptop or television, while two -volt DC outlets can be used for appliances such as a small refrigerator; There are also two USB sockets for charging electronic devices.
The prototype is additionally equipped with three light circuits including overhead interior lighting, interior ambient lighting at foot level, and exterior lighting above the entrance. Oh yeah, and there's also a Fusion Panel-Stereo.
Custom Design POD
Dreadnort naval architect Blair Lewis tells us the company is working on several other designs, where the POD could also be used as a camping trailer, mobile food/coffee kiosk, tiny house or houseboat . . The company is also quite receptive to custom-designed PODs for whatever purpose the customer desires.
Depending on configuration and amenities, pricing for fully finished units starts at NZ$, (about US$,).
