The seastead will feature a 40 by 16-foot living area above water. Four 4-foot-wide columns, each 24 feet long, will extend downward at a 45-degree angle from the corners of the living area into the water. Half of each column will be submerged. The bottoms of the floats will form a rectangle approximately 50 feet wide by 74 feet long.
From the bottom of each column, two cables will connect to adjacent corners for stability. Additionally, a cable will form a rectangle between the bottoms of all the floats to provide redundancy in case one cable breaks.
The seastead weighs about 36,000 pounds and is designed with a drag-resistant shape resembling a tiny oil platform rather than a traditional boat hull.
The seastead will be equipped with two 2.5-meter diameter propellers on low-speed submersible mixers for movement at 0.5 to 1 MPH. Solar power will be used for energy, supplemented by the natural assistance of eddies. Users may also achieve minimal movement by careful control of the propellers.
A user should be able to sit at a computer and work while occasionally looking around for safety. The low-speed propulsion and stability of the seastead should provide a comfortable environment for such tasks.
Using AI with radar, AIS, and visual systems for "night watch" operations is theoretically possible. However, there may be legal and safety concerns about monitoring airspace and water traffic without proper licensing or regulations. This would need to be evaluated in consultation with maritime authorities.
For a family of four (two adults and two young children), 2,500 pounds of food can last approximately 6-8 months, depending on the types of food consumed. Canned goods, bread, eggs, cheeseburgers, and sprouts could form a diverse and sustainable diet.
Scientific studies on food repetition suggest that people can become accustomed to repetitive diets, especially if the variety is sufficient. Fish, eggs, and plant-based foods like cheeseburgers and bread are unlikely to cause fatigue if combined in creative and appealing ways (e.g., fish sandwiches with canned coleslaw).
Eating fish daily for an extended period can pose mercury poisoning risks, but smaller, younger fish are generally safer. Ciguatera toxin is another concern, as it accumulates in larger fish that consume smaller fish near reefs. Opting for smaller, fish like mahi-mahi from your Fish Aggregating Device (FAD) could mitigate these risks.
Currently, there are no easy, affordable, and reliable home testing kits for mercury or ciguatoxins. Professional testing facilities may be required for accurate results. Be cautious about consuming fish caught near reefs or larger fish unless their source is well-documented.
To maximize the storage life of your food supply:
Families with experience sailing on yachts often emphasize variety, preparation, and sustainability in their food supply. Key tips include: