My graduation project hovercraft ?

In summary, hovercrafts are vehicles that can travel over various surfaces by hovering on a cushion of air. They work by using fans to create a high-pressure air cushion, reducing friction and allowing for smooth movement. The materials needed to build a hovercraft can vary, but typically include a base material, fan, motor, and skirt. The weight capacity of a hovercraft can range from 200-300 pounds for small ones to up to 1000 pounds for larger ones, depending on the design and surface it is traveling on. One of the main challenges in building a hovercraft is finding the right balance between weight and fan power. While hovercrafts have been used for transportation in certain areas, they are not commonly used for everyday
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what's suitable electric ducted fans to lift 10 kg diameter shaft and kv , hovercraft size 40cm x 60 cm i need help ergent please
 
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What have you done so far? What force is required to hover? What pressure does that force equate to? What air leakage could you expect around the skirting? What fans have you found that can supply that pressure at that flow rate?
NB; these are the things that come to mind, I know very little about fan selection let alone hovercraft design
 
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1. What is a hovercraft and how does it work?

A hovercraft is a vehicle that can travel over land, water, and other surfaces by hovering on a cushion of air. It works by using fans to create a high-pressure air cushion under the vehicle, which lifts it off the ground and reduces friction, allowing it to move smoothly.

2. What materials are needed to build a hovercraft?

The materials needed to build a hovercraft can vary depending on the design and size, but typically include a base material such as plywood or aluminum for the structure, a large fan for creating the air cushion, a motor to power the fan, and a skirt made of a flexible material to contain the air cushion.

3. How much weight can a hovercraft carry?

The weight capacity of a hovercraft can also vary depending on the design, but on average, a small hovercraft can carry up to 200-300 pounds, while larger ones can carry up to 1000 pounds. This weight limit also depends on the surface the hovercraft is traveling on and the power of the fan.

4. What are the main challenges in building a hovercraft?

One of the main challenges in building a hovercraft is achieving the right balance between the weight of the vehicle and the power of the fan. If the hovercraft is too heavy, it may not be able to lift off the ground, and if the fan is not powerful enough, it may not be able to create a strong enough air cushion to support the weight of the vehicle.

5. Can a hovercraft be used for transportation?

Yes, hovercrafts have been used for transportation in certain areas, such as marshes and wetlands, where traditional vehicles cannot easily travel. They have also been used for military and rescue operations. However, due to their high energy consumption and noise levels, they are not commonly used for everyday transportation.

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