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The Development Of Design And Test Methodologies For Hovercraft, John Cronin
The Development Of Design And Test Methodologies For Hovercraft, John Cronin
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This project is concerned with the development of design and test methodologies for hovercraft.
Full-scale hovercraft field-testing is to be achieved through the dedicated re-design and re-construction of the ABl11Crossbow hovercraft. The Crossbow hovercraft is an experimental craft, which was built in England in the early seventies. The Crossbows re-design focuses on the production of a versatile craft, which is capable of modification to produce a variety of different operating conditions. The re-design and re-construction comprises several distinct areas. An improved and adjustable lift and thrust system is designed. The design and manufacture of a new more stable and versatile …