Balloon Hovercraft

A balloon hover craft class using a CD and a balloon is a fun and engaging educational activity in which students learn about the principles of hovercrafts and how to build their own simple hover crafts using basic materials. In this class, students may:

  • Learn about the basic principles of hovercrafts: Students may learn about how hovercrafts work, and how they are able to “float” on a cushion of air above a surface. They may learn about the different components and systems that make up a hovercraft, and how these components interact to produce lift and propulsion.

  • Build their own balloon hover craft using a CD and a balloon: Students may use a CD and a balloon to build their own simple hover craft. They may use a variety of tools and techniques to attach the balloon to the CD and create a stable, functional hover craft.

  • Test and optimize the performance of their balloon hover craft: Students may use a variety of sensors and measuring tools to test and optimize the performance of their balloon hover craft. They may experiment with different shapes and configurations of the balloon, and use the CD to control the lift and propulsion of the hover craft.

  • Explore the practical applications of hovercrafts: Students may learn about the various practical applications of hovercrafts, such as transportation, rescue and recovery, and military operations. They may also learn about the potential benefits and drawbacks of using hovercrafts in different situations.

Overall, a balloon hover craft class using a CD and a balloon can be a fun and engaging way for students to learn about the principles of hovercrafts, and how to build and optimize their own simple hover crafts using basic materials. It can also be a valuable educational experience that helps students develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills

Time: 90 minutes