Folding-Wings Kronos - a compact submarine in the spirit of superheroes

Highland Systems from the UAE showed a new development, which, according to the creators, can be used for various purposes and will provide passengers with high safety. The design is different from the usual options and is made in the spirit of movies, but this is a fully functional submarine, equipped with everything you need.

Features

The main advantage, according to engineers, will be the versatility of the model. It can be used both in the commercial sector and for rescue or even combat operations. The shape of the hull resembles a manta - a kind of stingrays that seem to fly in the water column.


The announcement says that the submarine can be equipped with a layer of armor, its thickness and type are not specified. The materials of manufacture are also unknown. Most likely these will be composites and high-strength alloys resistant to sea water. The creators emphasized that the model is thought out to the smallest detail in order to reduce water resistance, increase the speed of movement and improve maneuverability.

What is known about the design

The basis of the submarine is a diesel-electric motor, which in total develops up to 1200 hp. With. With a curb weight of 10 tons, you can carry up to 3 kg of cargo. There are 000 passenger seats on board. Also equipped with a large compartment for cargo of various types, there are fasteners for fixing boxes and other types of packaging.


The model has a unique transmission, information about it has not yet been reported. But it is known that on the surface of the Folding-Wings Kronos can reach speeds of up to 80 km / h, and under water - up to 50. These are top indicators for a compact submarine.

The standard immersion depth is 100 meters, the critical one is 2,5 times more. For the convenience of passengers, adaptive lighting is equipped inside and the air conditioning system works. This is a modern watercraft with many electronic modules that control safety. In case of problems, the submarine automatically rises to the surface, even if the pilot is distracted and did not respond to the emergency in time.


The device can be under water for up to 36 hours, for such a time the supply of oxygen is calculated. The developers are confident that private individuals will be the main buyers, as this is a compact vehicle that can be transported on a trailer thanks to folding wings. Data on the price and timing of launching into production is not yet available.