Researching feasibility of Peripheral Jet Air Cushion Vehicle with intent to develop full scale man carrying craft.
Initial phase:
Collection technical research material and example of similar vessels completed in the past.
Phase II :
Design and experiment with radio controlled models, of various sizes, to determine optimum dimensions and internal airflow duct works.
Phase III :
Attempt to scale up parameters of successful model to design a full scale peripheral jet craft.
Phase IV :
Sub section 1- Construct 3/4 scale POC (proof of concept)
Sub section 2- Comprehensive POC testing to verify
scalability of model parameters.
Sub section 3- Construction of full scale man carrying craft.
Collection technical research material and example of similar vessels completed in the past.
Phase II :
Design and experiment with radio controlled models, of various sizes, to determine optimum dimensions and internal airflow duct works.
Phase III :
Attempt to scale up parameters of successful model to design a full scale peripheral jet craft.
Phase IV :
Sub section 1- Construct 3/4 scale POC (proof of concept)
Sub section 2- Comprehensive POC testing to verify
scalability of model parameters.
Sub section 3- Construction of full scale man carrying craft.
Progression of primitive models with no controls through the first successfully controlled craft.
10 out of the initial 20 models which yielded the most useful data.
Enter the "TOMBSTONE"
The first success in all design parameters. Responsive control, exceptional ground clearance, coupled with the speed required for ram wing effect which results in height above surface greater than possible at stationary hover height.
The first success in all design parameters. Responsive control, exceptional ground clearance, coupled with the speed required for ram wing effect which results in height above surface greater than possible at stationary hover height.
Largest of the latest models measuring 1 meter in length. Is capable of carrying 3 times its own weight using the same power system as the Tombstone.
Phase III : In Process
Phase IV :
Sub Section 1- Construction of POC complete
