Image from Treehugger.comThe Suntory Mermaid II completed a landmark 4,350 mile trip across the pacific. It's not quite as fast as conventional ships but technological improvements and increasing fuel costs may make this innovation an alternative for non-time-sensitive shipping.
The Suntory Mermaid II completed a 4,350 mile trip, marking the longest known voyage by a wave-powered boat.
Illustrations and history of Japanese sailor Ken-ichi Horie's boats from Treehugger.com.
Illustrations and history of Japanese sailor Ken-ichi Horie's boats from Treehugger.com.
