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The Eco, a custom-built aluminum research sailboat operated by the Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina (UFSC), serves as a mobile laboratory for oceanographic monitoring along the Brazilian coast.5:55 Designed and constructed between 2012 and 2018, the vessel features a specialized stern platform and hydraulic lifting equipment capable of deploying research gear weighing up to 500 kilograms.7:04 The project, funded by FINEP, supports the Rede Nacional de Monitoramento Oceânico (RENOMO) and provides a practical training platform for engineering and oceanography students.7:33 The boat typically accommodates a crew of nine, though it can support up to eleven, and is equipped with onboard laboratories for scientific data collection.15:50 While the vessel focuses on coastal research, it also serves as a tool for promoting sustainable development within the "Blue Amazon," the region encompassing Brazil's 200-mile exclusive economic zone.5:38 The project emphasizes the integration of academic research with technological innovation, requiring strict adherence to maritime regulations regarding crew size and operational safety during scientific expeditions.

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