Starter Boat RSV-135 "Noesis" Mk I refined Edition
-=[ UPDATE v1.1 - REFINED RELIABILITY ]=-
Official Shipyard Bulletin - Nordstrand Schiffstechnik GmbH:
Following extensive field data from our first responders, Nordstrand Schiffstechnik is proud to present a refined update to the RSV-135 "Noesis" Mk I. This refit package focuses on enhanced functionality and crew ergonomics, further cementing the "Noesis" as the most dependable entry-level rescue vessel available.
Technical Specifications (Updated):
Price: €13,968
Dimensions: 12.75 m (L) x 3.25 m (W)
Mass: 1,961 kg (A marginal increase for a significant gain in structural integrity and equipment)
Fuel Capacity: 2,593 L
Operational Range: ~49 km (@ full throttle)
Top Speed: 90 km/h (calm sea)
Crew & Capacity: 1 Captain, 6 Passengers
Key Improvements & Design Rationale:
Fully Enclosed Cockpit: Added for all-weather operational capability and enhanced crew safety, a necessary evolution for a serious RSV.
Night-Flying Cockpit Lights: Integrated for superior situational awareness during critical night-time and low-visibility operations.
Optimized Powertrain: Recalibrated for lower RPS while maintaining the proven 90 km/h top speed. This reduces engine stress, lowers operating temperatures, and improves fuel economy.
Strategic Weight Distribution: The slight mass increase to 1,961 kg is a direct result of the enclosed superstructure and internal reinforcement. This has been strategically managed to enhance seakeeping and on-station stability in rough weather, without compromising the vessel's agile performance.
Streamlined Deck Layout: The exhaust system has been relocated to the side for a cleaner profile, and the fuel hose has been moved too for more convenient and safer refueling operations.
Focused Mission Profile: Passenger capacity has been rationalized to 6 seats, allowing for a more focused and stable rescue platform. In this update, pure operational efficiency was prioritized, even where it meant sacrificing a sleek aesthetic for a more robust and purposeful form.
Creator's Note & Original Lore:
This refined version of my very first Stormworks build represents the continuous pursuit of perfection. As a career starter boat, I believe this is the peak of what I can currently achieve, balancing cost, performance, and now, enhanced crew comfort.
Your constructive feedback has been invaluable and directly shaped this update. While towing remains a challenge, the "Noesis" excels in its primary role: rapid response and rescue.
Manufacturer: Nordstrand Schiffstechnik GmbH
Shipyard: Main Shipyard, Bremerhaven
Vessel Class: Rapid Response & Rescue Craft (RSV)
The name "Noesis" (Ancient Greek for "understanding" or "intellectual comprehension") was chosen to embody the project's core philosophy: the realization that intelligent design using basic components can create a platform of superior reliability and survivability. The RSV-135 "Noesis" Mk I is the enduring proof of this concept.
Enjoy, and stay safe out there!
