A strange new ship has emerged from China, and it’s already making waves—literally. The vessel, which features a massive open deck and three unique structures sticking up from its surface, doesn’t look like any military ship we’ve seen before. In fact, some believe it might be a civilian research vessel, but its exact purpose remains a mystery.

This unusual ship was first reported by TWZ, and it seems to have recently taken its maiden voyage. A video and a photo of the ship have surfaced...