Tenders & Toys 2024

ADVERTORIAL
BRIDGING
THE GAP
BlueNav has focused on
bringing today’s mobility
to life by developing
alternative solutions
with hybrid propulsion
As the energy transition accelerates in
the automotive world, the commitment
to sustainability in the marine industry is
just setting sail. BlueNav’s essential purpose is
to passionately support responsible navigation,
empowering individuals to experience pure bliss
and forge an intimate connection with nature.
BlueNav’s core mission revolves around
accelerating the energy transition within the
boating industry towards 100% zero emissions.
The primary focus involves designing, developing,
and supplying add-on electric motors (Outboard,
Inhull and Stationary), manufactured in France,
with the aim of converting any boat into a hybrid
electric vessel.
BlueSpin technology, developed by BlueNav,
serves as a crucial link between the conventional
world of combustion engines and the realm
of electric power. The uniqueness of BlueSpin
also lies in the inclusion of an intelligent ecopiloting
interface, guiding users throughout their
journeys. This integrated solution, a Human-
Machine Interface (HMI), is highly adaptable to
individual preferences, ultimately enhancing the
experience of navigation.
By using BlueNav electric motorization systems,
users can enjoy the combined benefits of
traditional combustion engines and electric
propulsion, optimising their boating experience
with a simple button press. This innovation
enhances versatility and convenience, making
it a user-friendly solution for boat enthusiasts.
A REVOLUTION IN PROPULSION
The technology works with a hubless drive motor,
a ring-shaped motor that transmits its motion to the
propeller through magnetic means. This method
offers numerous advantages. First, the magnetic
transmission of motion minimises mechanical
friction, resulting in improved energy efficiency
and reduced power losses. With fewer mechanical
components subject to wear and tear, the ring
motor also requires less maintenance and has a
longer lifespan compared to propulsion system.
Thirdly, the absence of physical contact between
components reduces noise and vibration,
providing a quieter and more comfortable
boating experience. Moreover, the annular shape
allows for a compact and space-efficient design,
maximising the available space on the vessel.
This specific innovation in propulsion allows
boaters to have 360° thrusting. With the
responsiveness of the docking system developed
by BlueNav, the boat owner can have smoother
and more precise manoeuvering of the boat,
enhancing overall handling and navigation.
SMART NAVIGATION SYSTEM
Boating is about adapting to surrounding elements
- the wind, current, and drift - all of which are
energy-consuming factors. By choosing to
navigate with BlueNav, the user benefits from
an integrated solution and a wealth of connected
services.
This innovating system, featuring Autopilot
and Cruise Control, showcases its commitment
to simplifying and transforming the
boating experience for all. Replacing
the complexities of manual steering,
this intelligent system ensures that the
boat maintains course and speed
effortlessly, granting users full
control over their chosen navigation,
enabling a smoother and stressfree
boating experience.
WHALE DESIGN
BlueNav’s new design helps the
customer connect even more
with nature. Inspired by the graceful
dynamics of whales, their hydrodynamics
engineers created a harmonious blend of
biomimicry and sustainable innovation. While
nature follows an incremental and random bias
for its evolution, humans mimic designs that have
been shown to be more efficient and quieter, even
if, sometimes, they defy traditional engineering
theories. BlueNav’s engineers demonstrated
by CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) that
the bumps on the flippers of cetaceans and
the striations on their belly have a result, they
reduce drag, and increase fluid flow efficiency.
A NEW NAVIGATION EXPERIENCE
This unique technology provides an unparalleled
navigation experience, combining the pleasure
of the senses and the modernity of a connected
engine. They can enjoy the full speed of their
combustion engines to go fast to their destination
and enjoy when they want the peace provided
by the electric motors to feel more connected
to nature and the people that are on board. It’s
a whole new experience that you get to live.
For more details visit www.bluenav.com
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