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From diabgroup.com
Pictured here is the first rigid, habitable sledge seen in Antarctica. It is the brainchild of Brazilian, Julio Fiadi. Julio is a very experienced polar explorer having previously undertaken nine polar expeditions including two visits to both the North and South poles.
The ‘capsule’ was engineered by Barracuda Advanced Composites - DIAB’s distributor in Brazil - using a combination of carbon and aramid fibers over a Divinycell core. As a result the sledge is very light (less then 22 kg. [48 lb.]) yet it is extremely strong. In recent trials carried out by Julio at Patriot Hills, Antarctica, it was able to withstand buffeting by 130 km (90 mph) winds. And, as a result of the excellent insulation properties provided by the Divinycell core, it was a very comfortable +20°C (68°F) inside, despite the outside temperature being -15°C (5°F).
Solar panels mounted on either side of the craft will charge any electrical/electronic equipment.
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