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Keithwormwood — Manually Assisted Sea Cyborg
Published: 2009-09-11 22:48:21 +0000 UTC; Views: 169920; Favourites: 6435; Downloads: 11326
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Cetaceans have long been used by military outfits, trained for marine mine clearance, reconnaissance, and even attack roles. However their willful, individualistic personalities caused severe problems. Escapees were common, which represented an extremely expensive loss in both resources and time, for their trainers. The J8 program solved this issue with heavily genetically modified Belugas featuring post-growth expansive mechanical grafting which fitted them to be overseen by a human pilot.Key Features:
Opened canopy exposes cockpit.
Legs mounted on underbelly allow cyborg to crawl along the seabottom and minimize water disruption for the sake of covert movement.
Manipulator arms can be controlled by pilot for precise tasks (repairs, sabotage, etc).
Feed tubes supply a space efficient, dehydrated cocktail to nourish the remaining biological elements of the cyborg.
Synthetic fin extensions can unfurl or contract depending on the need for speed or maneuverability.
Art prints available here: Sea Cyborg art print
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this is great and unfortunately very close to what the future of using whales will look like
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i'm saying that it's really close to how the us is gearing towards for future whale use in warfare
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can't you see it's hurting the beluga whale?
;_______;
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Looks like you've resubmitted some work! I've got to fave these anyway - they're fantastic.
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This is beautifully done, but I'd be lying if I said it didn't depress the hell outta me.
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Poor creature.
Does whatever story this creature fit into include an animal rights theme?
The art is very cool and very well done, but it also makes me sad. Hopefully that was part of your goal.
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poor critter, wild concept. the manipulator arms look almost like paws, nice detail.
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Am I seriously seeing a stealth attack beluga? -_o
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after seeing this, i think that u are many years ahead of the times. great illustration to demonstrate your insane ideas and complex concepts
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Would the cockpit's placement have a negative effect on the natural arrangement of the central nervous system and structural support of the spine/ribs? Would not some underbelly arrangement be more structurally sound?
I'd be fascinated to an echolocation interface
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Since the cockpit would be heavily reinforced, the structural support would carry through, and the nervous system rerouted around. An anchoring to the organic parts that doesn't tear easily is probably one of the trickiest parts.
An echolocation interface would be great stuff.
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Quite brilliant! I bought your book! ^^ It's very inspiring and useful! I love the mechanical and organic components of this piece. I think it's one of my favorite!!
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my friend... that is absolutely mind boggling... and i love how you always have a background and explanation to all your creatures/creations... absolutely impressive. you are indeed infected with immense ability and talent mate! GOOOOO YOU!
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This confirms the rumors.
H.R. Giger was hired as production consultant for SeaQuest DSV.
And promptly fired for scaring the kids.
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Holy popsicle, this is the best beluga ever!
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What a masterpiece, this belongs in a museum!
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