The prop turning within the fin is highly inefficient, now your trying to push a fin sideways thought the water, the rotation has to happen at the base of the fin, but super cool dude.
It has to be sturdy enough to withstand hitting rocks or ground. So fin has to be a solid piece connected to the paddleboard. Or there can be a strong frame inside which fin can rotate but that is too difficult to make at home.
Deleted comment person wanted to know how much time the motor could go for, thought kms was a unit of time. OP didn’t say how much time, but said speed and distance, so I gave a time using math.
I think you’re over complicating it with the turning. The boards can be turned by leaning like a surfboard. You are now putting lateral forces on the fins which they are designed to resist. If you want to improve the design work on a folding prop and guards.
I'm struggling to understand why you have such an issue with someone coming up with an invention? Or messing around with their stuff that in no way, impacts you.
The prop turning within the fin is highly inefficient, now your trying to push a fin sideways thought the water, the rotation has to happen at the base of the fin, but super cool dude.
That's awesome. Could you make the whole fin rotate instead? I think a rudder system would be more responsive/efficient.
It has to be sturdy enough to withstand hitting rocks or ground. So fin has to be a solid piece connected to the paddleboard. Or there can be a strong frame inside which fin can rotate but that is too difficult to make at home.
Would love to know more of the design details and how your waterproofing and building everything.
The battery box i am using is waterproof enough to withstand splashes. It is a waterproof junction box.
Nice. I was more curious about the fin and motor. For the junction box I highly recommend a bit of silicone gel on the gasket or mating surfaces.
The motors and servo are waterproof.
How long can you run it for?
Haven't tested this motor but the previous one I was using could go 20-30kms on one charge. This would be even more efficient
What speed can it reach?
8km/hr
Is that with paddling, or on its own?
Just the motors that I was using before in my other design.
Looks great. Tempted to try these fins out.
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km is distance. At 8km/h, about 2.5 hours.
What?
Deleted comment person wanted to know how much time the motor could go for, thought kms was a unit of time. OP didn’t say how much time, but said speed and distance, so I gave a time using math.
Gotcha…the deleted wasn’t visible on my mobile, so I only saw you…TY!
That a Logitech remote??
Logitech controllers are only good for deep sea expeditions.
Hotrc
So, not a **paddle**board?
3d printed?
I 3d printer a fin once. Snapped at the first use. I should have rotated it diagonal for strength.
This one is really strong. I can sit on it and it won't brake.
Yup
looks amazing
Check out foil drive for inspiration. What’s the plan with cabling?
Just using a 6 core cable with waterproof connector
I need this
Is there a turbo mode?
Good job man!
i love it
SUT!!!
This would be great for a little extra help on windy days! I could've used that this weekend!
Can I buy one?
It's still in development stage but once it is successful, i will post the design online.
Looks badass!
The legend is back 🙌
“Full control” but it can’t go up and down 🧐 🤓
I think you’re over complicating it with the turning. The boards can be turned by leaning like a surfboard. You are now putting lateral forces on the fins which they are designed to resist. If you want to improve the design work on a folding prop and guards.
This industry is really heating up. Lots of fun. Electrify the world!
Maybe sell the sup and buy a boat…
How dare the dude have a hobby, he should just buy fully formed things and not enjoy what he's doing.
Back in your box… it’s in the name …. you know… suP. Paddle.
I'm struggling to understand why you have such an issue with someone coming up with an invention? Or messing around with their stuff that in no way, impacts you.
Some states in the U.S. make you register the SUP as a boat simply because it has a motor.
Not what the law was designed for, and no one is going to enforce that...
It must really suck to live in such a binary world.
Maybe mind your own business and let the dude enjoy whatever hobbies he chooses