Hovercrafts

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Hovercrafts
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What is a hovercraft?

• Hovercraft air-cushion vehicle (ACV)
• Supported by a cushion of air- basically
  eliminates friction
• Travels well on land, ice, and water

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What are they used for?

• Military
• Search and rescue
• Ice and water transportation

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How does a hovercraft work?

• Powered by one or more engines
• Fan causes skirt to inflate ? LIFT
• Propeller causes hovercraft to move forward
• ? PROPULSION

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Worlds Largest Hovercraft

• BHC SR-N4- can carry over 400 passengers
• and 60 cars

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Pictures of Hovercrafts
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Levitating Hover Scooter

• Top speed of 15 mph

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Hovercrafts can be made at home!

• Homemade Hovercraft Directions

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Hovercraft Videos

• www.hovercraft-for-sale.com
• www.hovercraft.com