This futuristic yacht design would actually float above the sea

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Architecture and design firm Schwinge has created a futuristic yacht concept that can float above water.

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The alien-looking yacht could help make sea travel smoother in rougher conditions.

Scroll down for a closer look at Schwinge's Tetrahedron superyacht.

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The superyacht can hover above water thanks to something called a Hydrofoil Small Waterplane Area Ship (HYSWAS) hull. Basically, the hull is fitted with blades that can push water.

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When the blades are operating at low speeds, the superyacht can glide on water.

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But when the blades move at high-speeds, it pushes enough water out of the way that the yacht can hover.

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Not only can the superyacht avoid rough seas by floating above the ocean, it can also travel longer distances because the boat's design reduces drag, according to Schwinge.

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When the yacht docks, its three sides fold down to become large deck areas. There's also overhead panels that fan out to provide shade.

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Schwinge is working with a large shipyard that it's keeping confidential to push the design forward.

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So you could see the alien superyacht sooner than you think!

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