Theory of operation, terms used in describing basic components, method of operation and construction, and problems encountered in design of hovercraft; examples of ground effect machines in operation -- Bertelsen "Arcopter", capable of speeds to 70 mph, U S Army Aircar, which can carry 4 men with clearance of 6-12 in., Aeromobile 200-1 and 200-2, Westland S.R.N.2 now on experimental routes across English Channel, Bell "Airscooter", and Marquette SAE hovercraft; author's experience with design, construction, and piloting of latter at Marquette Univ.


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    Title :

    We've eliminated the wheel


    Additional title:

    SAE -- Paper


    Contributors:

    Conference:

    SAE Meeting ; 1962 Ground effect



    Publication date :

    1962


    Size :

    4 pages


    Type of media :

    Conference paper


    Type of material :

    Print


    Language :

    English


    Keywords :


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