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©2009-2010 ~Keithwormwood
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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

Comments


:iconvalleyelf:
What a masterpiece, this belongs in a museum!

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:iconmortysir:
Holy popsicle, this is the best beluga ever! :iconomigoshplz:

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:iconralfmaximus:
This confirms the rumors.

H.R. Giger was hired as production consultant for SeaQuest DSV.

And promptly fired for scaring the kids.
:iconsacredremedy:
Bravo sir, excellent!

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:iconarachnidlove:
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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:iconaokineko:
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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:iconladygodiva:
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 :D
:iconjaibiz:
after seeing this, i think that u are many years ahead of the times. great illustration to demonstrate your insane ideas and complex concepts
:icon13lue13lood80:
Wow! Amazing work! :+favlove:

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