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This Startup Builds USVs That Collect Data About Oceans

Cars That Think

The startup offers marine data as a service using its solar-powered Data Xplorer ocean drones, which eliminate the need for traditional crewed vessels. Thanks to the combination of solar cells and lithium batteries, she says, “our boats can operate and travel nonstop for months, without needing refueling or external recharging.”

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Don’t stop the EV music

Electric Auto Association

Solar charging on the agenda Jackie joined her father’s company not long before he became ill. One customer, Walter Crumbly, has a hotel in Costa Rica where he powers off the grid so he doesn’tt have to worry about outages.” She’s doing a great job continuing his work.”