RC DRIFT BOAT
CONCEPT
A functioning, remote-controlled model of a drift boat used in commercial fishing.
The FV Eva, in Bristol Bay, Alaska, the original inspiration for this project.
DESIGN
FABRICATION
Small sections were printed over a two-week period, and then pieced together.
DETAILS
ANCHOR WINCH
A remote controlled winch that can drop or lift a weighted replica of a Bruce Anchor.
DRIVE
A brush less motor linked to 3D-printed propeller. The steering capability is run from a servo connected to a 3D-printed tiller system.
NET
A power-driven net wheel that pulls the net in or lets it out. The net is a functional miniature gill net.
FINAL RESULT
