Neoteric Hovercraft Technology

Quick-change, anti-plow skirts

Neoteric’s engineers are never satisfied with the status quo. This drive for excellence in engineering is reflected in every HoverTrek™ component, including its skirt system. Rather than settling for the conventional segmented skirt system, Neoteric has elevated hovercraft skirt technology to a new level.

HoverTrek™ skirts feature an inventive quick-change system that allows the pilot to replace skirt segments in the field without the need for any tools whatsoever. New segments slide into a special slot along the craft’s edge without the need for mechanical fasteners, which enhances the HoverTrek’s™ sleek, agile appearance.

Neoteric also incorporates advanced anti-plow technology in 20 skirt segments at the bow of the HoverTrek™ as well as anti-scoop technology in 10 segments at the stern. A diaphragm in the front segments prevents them from collapsing and tucking under in the event of a plow-in; the segments stay expanded, delivering vital lift air to the front of the craft, which considerably lessens the consequences of a plow-in. An anti-scoop flap in the rear segments prevents them from filling with water while getting over hump. This reduces the power required, saving valuable time and fuel.

Finally, Neoteric has a patent pending on its exclusive skirt blowout protection system. Damaged skirts or broken ties result in a loss of cushion air with an accompanying loss of hoverheight, reducing hovercraft performance and maneuverability. Neoteric’s skirt blowout protection technology minimizes such loss, even with multiple segment damage.

The anti-scoop hovercraft skirt technology developed by Neoteric engineers gives the HoverTrek™ the ability to quickly accelerate without catching water. Here, Neoteric President Chris Fitzgerald accelerates a 6-passenger rescue hovercraft during tests to evaluate the anti-scoop rear skirt as well as the anti-plow front skirt.
Integrating advanced technology with skilled craftsmanship, each individual skirt segment is hand-fabricated  to meet  high quality standards.	This close-up shows the Neoteric quick attach/detach hovercraft skirt system, which requires no tools whatsoever and allows HoverTrek™ skirts to be removed or installed in seconds.