Hovercar-Post Three (Period 6 Group 1-- Kevin, Kevin, Elise)

Many prototypes and different concepts of hovercars have been attempted; some have been successful, but the feasibility also depends on whether people are willing to invest in it. Hovercars have been an ongoing project, but it is debatable whether this method of transportation will be worth the time and cost or more efficient than our current method of transportation.
The video below features the prototype of a hovercar that could potentially be used for military and civilian rescue operations. Since hovercars are not available yet, we do not fully understand the circumstances of when the use of a hovercar is appropriate, but the X-Hawk is thought to be easier to maneuver than a helicopter.
Our group started out doubting the feasibility of the hovercar. After researching the technology behind the hovercar and discovering the many prototypes and different methods that can be used in future prototypes, we are convinced that the hovercar will become available and make transportation more efficient in the future.

Main Sources:

1. JISTQuantum. “Controlled Quantum Levitation on a Wipe'Out Track.”

Online Video. Youtube.com. YouTube. December 24, 2011. October 3, 2013.

2. DiagonalView. "Hover Car - Prototype." YouTube. YouTube, 08 May 2009. Web. 13 Oct. 2013.

3. Eldenstein, Stephen. "Volkswagen Hover Car: Is This the Future of Transportation?"Digital Trends. Digitaltrends.com, 10 May 2012. Web. 13 Oct. 2013. <http://www.digitaltrends.com/cars/volkswagen-hover-car-is-this-the-future-of-transportation/>.