A 007-style underwater jetpack that can travel 4.92ft per second is getting ready to hit the market for £1,500.
Punters will be able to channel their inner James Bond by getting their hands on a gadget fit for a spy.
The jetpack resembles the one used by the late great Sean Connery in the 1965 classic Thunderball.
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The AJ-03 features an electric propulsion system and a hands-free AI navigation system.
A kickstarter campaign was launched by XiaoTun Intelligence to create the aquatic jetpack.
It is running until 25 July when the company hopes to start production, as reported by Luxury Boat News.
The kit, made by the Hong Kong startup, can be worn like a backpack.
Weighing in at 20 pounds, it is fitted with jet modules that produce a whopping 74ft lbs of torque each.
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The gadget is powered by an impressive 15,000-mAh lithium-iron-phosphate battery that has a 90 minute run time.
Users have the option to attach a two litre scuba tank for deeper dives.
The device can dive as deep as 60ft and a remote allows for simple underwater navigation.
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A spokesperson for XiaoTun said: “Traditional underwater scooters are bulky and hand-bound, limiting your freedom and disrupting natural movement.
“XiaoTun makes things simple – a sleek, wearable jetpack that lets you swim naturally, no straps or hassle.
“Just pure, immersive diving.
“Meet XiaoTun – the next-gen wearable underwater jetpack that frees your hands to explore, capture, and connect with marine life.
“With XiaoTun, becoming an underwater pro feels effortless. Smart. Seriously fun.”
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