Designer Releases Guide to Constructing Solar-Powered Yacht
Lukas Sjoman has published a comprehensive guide for building a solar-powered yacht. His vessel, known as Helios 11, was designed to operate indefinitely using solar energy without requiring fuel or marinas.
Sjoman completed the construction of the vessel in 200 days. He recently detailed the entire manufacturing process in a video for his organisation, True North Yachts.
The builder established a temporary workspace in a forest to construct the hull. He used marine-rated Okuma plywood to create the skeleton and hull framing.
Structural beams were glued to the bottom of the hull, and internal walls were installed. The exterior bottom was covered with biaxial fiberglass for protection.
The interior features a living room, kitchen, sleeping area, and compartments for a toilet and fridge, all reinforced with structural plywood. Sjoman constructed the roof using plywood secured with heavy bracing.
The interior was painted white, and he installed custom lightweight furniture, including sofas and tables. Solar panels were mounted on the roof, with a central beam engineered to provide a ventilation gap to prevent overheating.
During the project, the builder identified areas for improvement. Sjoman noted that he would prefer thicker, more rigid internal structural beams and thicker exterior fiberglass.
He encouraged aspiring builders to maintain their health and perspective during the process. He emphasised the importance of remembering the project's purpose rather than rushing the construction.
Lukas Sjoman released a full build guide for his solar-powered yacht, Helios 11.
The vessel was constructed using marine-rated plywood, biaxial fiberglass, and custom lightweight furniture.
Solar panels were installed on the roof with a ventilation system to regulate cabin temperature.
Source: SUPERCAR BLONDIE
