CAD-led · Fabric-first prototyping
Bespoke inflatable design in Australia & NZ
Custom sensor masts, payload floors, and hospitality fit-outs engineered for electric autonomy without compromising stability in Australian chop.
Design that starts with your brief
Bespoke inflatable vehicle design begins with payload tables, centre of gravity studies, and a clear list of autonomy sensors you plan to mount. Our naval architects translate those inputs into 3D models that show how collar pressure changes when guests move across the deck during Sydney Harbour fireworks or calm lake charters in Victoria.
We iterate fabrics, drop-stitch densities, and rub strake layouts before cutting expensive material. Every revision includes a manufacturability review so your workshop or ours can reproduce the pattern without hidden hand shaping that voids warranty coverage.
What is involved
Phase one covers concept sketches, weight budgets, and regulatory hints referencing Australian Maritime Safety Authority guidance relevant to your operating area. Phase two locks CAD, FEA summaries for towing eyes, and electrical cableways sized for AS/NZS compliant routing.
Phase three moves into prototype inflation tests, sensor calibration jigs, and sea trials with logged wave heights. You receive a data pack after each run so insurers and internal engineers can sign off without repeating trials.
What to expect during trials
Expect instrumented runs capturing pitch, roll, and motor temperature at incremental throttle steps. We photograph wear patches after each day so you can compare abrasion when testing in sandy WA shallows versus barnacle-prone Tasmanian jetties.
If autonomy software partners join, we host joint debugging sessions with structured bug tickets so firmware teams cannot ignore hardware limits discovered on the water.
Three design benefits
Payload clarity
Load cases spell out passenger, esky, and sensor masses so stability booklets stay honest under audit.
Service access
Zippered bays and labelled harness runs mean technicians can swap LiFePO4 modules without deflating the entire collar.
Brand integration
UV-printed livery and stainless nameplates align with your hospitality or government identity guidelines.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a bespoke inflatable design take from brief to sea trial?
Most programmes run sixteen to twenty-four weeks depending on sensor complexity and fabric lead times. We publish a Gantt-style timeline at kick-off so procurement teams can align payments with milestones.
Can you align with Queensland building codes for floating structures?
We coordinate with your certifier to reference applicable structural loads and fire-retardant fabric grades. Final sign-off always sits with the engineer of record—we supply the technical substrate they need.
Do you ship digital twins to NZ partners under cross-border rules?
Yes—CAD packages export with controlled encryption and watermarking so Customs and IP clauses remain clear. Partners sign a schedule listing who may edit each file version.