Hovercraft and methods of manufacture and use of same

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8051935
APP PUB NO 20100000817A1
SERIAL NO

12165981

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An air-cushioned vehicle or hovercraft includes a three-dimensional frame comprising a latticework of tubular members. A pressure plate is coupled to the underside of the frame and includes at least one aperture therein and a skirt attached adjacent a periphery thereof. At least one lifting fan is positioned relative to the at least one aperture to generate a current of air therethrough. The frame may be configured to generate a visual indication of damage thereto. Methods of making and air-cushion vehicle are disclosed. Methods of using an air-cushion vehicle are also disclosed.

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WEBER STATE UNIVERSITY1004 UNIVERSITY CIRCLE OGDEN UT 84408-1004

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Clapp, William G North Ogden, US 1 7

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