Electric Boat Competition Set to Launch in Portsmouth
National electric boat competition takes to the water in Portsmouth
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The Electric Propulsion Collegiate Boat Competition (PEP26) will take place from April 14-16, 2024, at Portsmouth City Park in Portsmouth, Virginia. The event features over 350 collegiate engineers racing more than 55 electric boats, promoting innovation and maritime careers.
- 01PEP26 will feature over 350 collegiate engineers from more than 45 universities.
- 02More than 55 electric-powered boats will compete in the Elizabeth River.
- 03The event is sponsored by the Office of Naval Research and the American Society of Naval Engineers.
- 04Racing events include qualifications, manned, and unmanned races over three days.
- 05The competition aims to promote electric propulsion technology and maritime careers.
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The Electric Propulsion Collegiate Boat Competition (PEP26) is set to take place from April 14-16, 2024, at Portsmouth City Park in Portsmouth, Virginia. This free, three-day event will showcase high-speed electric boat races, bringing together over 350 collegiate engineers from more than 45 universities to race more than 55 electric-powered vessels on the Elizabeth River. The competition will include qualification rounds on Tuesday, manned races on Wednesday, and unmanned races on Thursday, with racing scheduled from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. Sponsored by the Office of Naval Research in partnership with the American Society of Naval Engineers, PEP26 aims to promote innovation in electric propulsion technology and provide hands-on exposure to maritime careers.
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This event will enhance local engagement in maritime technology and could inspire future careers in the field.
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