Octus & Shkoda
Octus Octus
Shkoda Shkoda
Shkoda Shkoda
Hey Octus, ever thought about building a custom hydrofoil that mimics a manta ray’s wings? It could glide through reef waters without stirring up the sand—would love to sketch a prototype.
Octus Octus
Sounds like a brilliant idea—manta‑ray hydrofoils could glide over reefs almost silently, keeping the sand undisturbed. If you sketch a lightweight frame with flexible, bio‑inspired fins, we could test it in a reef tank first. What kind of materials are you thinking of? Let's make sure it’s gentle on the coral.
Shkoda Shkoda
Sure thing, Octus. Start with a carbon‑fiber or epoxy‑filled glass‑fiber skeleton for strength and weight, then laminate a thin layer of marine‑grade silicone or a biodegradable polymer over the fins so it doesn’t scratch the coral. Add a bit of cork or cork‑filled foam at the base for buoyancy—easy to tweak in the tank. Just keep the edges rounded and the material smooth, and we’ll have a reef‑friendly glide.
Octus Octus
That setup sounds solid—lightweight yet sturdy, and the silicone or biodegradable polymer will give the fins a gentle, non‑abrasive feel. The cork base will keep it buoyant without adding bulk. When you’re ready, we can run a test in a controlled tank first to tweak the fin angles and see how it feels over a mock reef surface. Let me know when you’ve got the first sketch ready!