THE CONCEPT
Amphibious but Hybrid.
Gathering proven techniques
A.B.C.D developped an hybrid system (Patented) to switch between monohull speedboat mode “jet boat” & hovercraft mode:
This gives the ability to cross where you would normally have run aground, shoals, banks, mudflats or where there is an unexpected lack of water.
The ABCD concept is a perfect tool to cross changing level rivers with substantial tidal ranges like the Maroni river in French Guiana, the Congo, the Amazon, and so many others…
Gathering proven techniques
A.B.C.D developped an hybrid system (Patented)
to switch between monohull speedboat & hovercraft modes:
Giving the ability to cross where you would normally have run aground: shoals, banks, mudflats…
Or where there is an unexpected lack of water like changing level rivers with substantial tidal ranges like the Maroni river, the Congo, the Amazon, and so many others…
Gathering proven techniques
A.B.C.D developped an hybrid system (Patented)
to switch between monohull speedboat & hovercraft modes:
Giving the ability to cross where you would normally have run aground: shoals, banks, mudflats… Or where there is an unexpected lack of water like changing level rivers with substantial tidal ranges like the Maroni river, the Congo, the Amazon, and so many others…
Taking advantage of each mode
using the right propulsion system
“ship” mode: an hydrojet will give the same abilities as those of many boats (speedboat or jet boat). Also you could use the propeller without the inflated air cushion to get an airboat mode.
Hovercraft (amphibious) mode: a propeller will ensure the forward thrust but the concept (patented) allows a modular air-cushion inflation so you can use the hydrojet aswell.
Wheel version: The under developement option is thinked to facilitate and secure some of the ground maneuvers.
Taking advantage of each mode
using the right propulsion system
“ship” mode: an hydrojet will give the same abilities as those of many boats (speedboat or jet boat). Also you could use the propeller without the inflated air cushion to get an airboat mode.
Hovercraft (amphibious) mode: a propeller will ensure the forward thrust but the concept (patented) allows a modular air-cushion inflation so you can use the hydrojet aswell.
Wheel version: The under developement option is thinked to facilitate and secure some of the ground maneuvers.
Taking advantage of each mode
using the right propulsion system
“ship” mode: an hydrojet will give the same abilities as those of many boats (speedboat or jet boat). Also you could use the propeller without the inflated air cushion to get an airboat mode.
Hovercraft (amphibious) mode: a propeller will ensure the forward thrust but the concept (patented) allows a modular air-cushion inflation so you can use the hydrojet aswell.
Wheel version: The under developement option is thinked to facilitate and secure some of the ground maneuvers.
Use cases
Passenger transport
Security – Military
Tourism
Freight – Refrigerated
Emergency
Predilection transport in harsh geographical conditions.
( sinistred or isolated people )
Docking facilities
This hybrid mode doesn’t need harbour facilities or costly ground installation to dock. For exemple from beach to beach.
Profitability
The diversity of navigation and propulsion modes allows the craft use regardless of the weather or geographical condition. In addition to the security and efficency features, you might save money from the air-propelling system when on the air cushion as it will need less fuel for the same speed..
prototype test on water
Docking facilities
This hybrid mode doesn’t need harbour facilities or costly ground installation to dock. For exemple from beach to beach.
Profitability
The diversity of navigation and propulsion modes allows the craft use regardless of the weather or geographical conditions. In addition to the security and efficency features, you might save money from the air-propelling system when on the air cushion as it will need less fuel for the same speed..
Docking facilities
This hybrid mode doesn’t need harbour facilities or costly ground installation to dock. For exemple from beach to beach.
test du prototype sur l’eau
Profitability
The diversity of navigation and propulsion modes allows the craft use regardless of the weather or geographical conditions. In addition to the security and efficency features, you might save money from the air-propelling system when on the air cushion as it will need less fuel for the same speed..
Nuisances management
The concept suggest that the amphibious mode
should only be used when needed.
– Sustenance turbines are part of the hull to lower the noise.
– Propeller are studied to be less noisy.
The hybrid craft can be used without nuisance in urban or populated areas.
Nuisances management
The concept suggest that the amphibious mode
should only be used when needed.
– Sustenance turbines are part of the hull to lower the noise.
– Propeller are studied to be less noisy.
The hybrid craft can be used without nuisance in urban or populated areas.
Nuisances management
The concept suggest that the amphibious mode
should only be used when needed.
– Sustenance turbines are part of the hull to lower the noise.
– Propeller are studied to be less noisy.
The hybrid craft can be used without nuisance in urban or populated areas.
Steering and maneuvers
– The boat mode or the wheel mode have nothing specific.
– The air cushion should be used when it’s necessary and the safety conditions are gathered.
The different modes enable a safe use considering many conditions.
Steering and maneuvers
– The boat mode or the wheel mode have nothing specific.
– The air cushion should be used when it’s necessary and the safety conditions are gathered.
The different modes enable a safe use considering many conditions.