ED-QDRIVE SCALABLE ELECTRIC DRIVE SYSTEM
1- #edtec showcases the eD-QDrive integrated electric drive system at METSTRADE
- The system is scalable and suitable for vessels up to 30 metres in length
- Up to quad eD-QDrive installations for a power range up to 2,400kW
- The system platform has been developed around six key pillars
- The lightweight plug-and-play drive unit allows for extremely quick and simple vessel installation
- Cloud data analysis and a software-driven business model allow for constant system updates and instant system upgrades
With its ultra-efficient mounting solution, simple plug-and-play drive interface, and integrated technology backbone that extends from surface-drive propeller through the AI Box and battery bank to the helm interface, the eD-QDrive – displayed at METSTRADE as a complete system for the first time – marks the future of yachting.
The system, designed and developed by the ‘Believer Team’ at exciting German start-up company #edtec (founded by former VW Group chief strategist #michaeljost and supported by Mike and #marcjost along with several expert technology partners), has been conceived to offer an electric drive solution to the boating industry for yachts from small dayboats and tenders to performance cruisers up to 30 metres in length.