1:00 PM Sunday, November 11 The Winston School [Competition is open to students in grades 7-12] ["Contestant" is defined as a team up too four students] (Back to Competitions)

The purpose of this competition is to encourage students to explore the science and engineering associated with hovercrafts.

Web Site Reference:

http://www.eng.uab.edu/me/faculty/amcclain/hovercraft_intro_spring2004.pdf


Construction

(1) Build a hovercraft that has a diameter of less than 18 inches.

(2) Any materials can be used in the construction.

(3) The unit can be powered by a 12-volt battery tethered to the hovercraft by a power cable.

The Competition

(1) There will be three competitions:

1. Beauty Contest
2. Lift Competition
3. Racing Competition

(2) Beauty Contest - The hovercraft with the greatest "style" will be declared the winner.

(3) The Lift Competition - The hovercraft that can lift the greatest weight and still overcome friction will be declared the winner.

(4) The Racing Competition - The hovercraft that can move the fastest down a 10 foot ramp [see reference web site] wins. Deductions will be made for course corrections.

For additional information about Winston Science, contact Dr. Lehman Marks, Event Director. Copyright (c) 2007 Lehman Marks/The Winston School. All Rights Reserved.