An annular vortex guide and air deflector generate lift and adjustable thrust with lower flow resistance and energy use.
A floating hull, ducted fans, and flexible skirt let this vehicle switch between hovercraft, airboat, and drone modes for stable land and water travel.
Movable guide members switch a volute between lift-only and lift-plus-thrust modes, cutting turbulence, power demand, and separate thrust hardware.
Embedded metallic strips in the vertical leg prevent deformation-induced leakage, enabling conveyance of loads exceeding 300 tons.
Opposing axial and centrifugal blowers direct airflow over a conical wing to generate lift without external rotors.
A hovercraft direction control device uses an extendable wheel and blade to provide rolling and sliding friction for precise steering.