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The Proteus, a cruiser known as Wave Adaptive Modular Vessel or WAM-V, blasts along on two giant inflatable tubes that let it 'dance' with waves.
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The dancing, spider-like futuristic cruiser!

December 30, 2008

People with environmental concerns can use a wave adaptive modular vessel, and scientists can also take advantage of them for low-impact research.

Aptly named after an early sea-god capable of changing shape and assuming many forms, Proteus is the first of a new generation of revolutionary vessels based on patented technology to offer a radically new seagoing experience.

These ultra light, highly flexible catamarans are modularly designed to take many different forms, allowing for a multitude of applications.

Image: The Proteus. | Photograph, courtesy: Marine Advanced Research, Inc.

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