Road- cruising using air-cushioned technology may sound quite futuristic – but in reality, it’s a very basic form of transportation – pneumatic pavement. Also known as an air-cushioned vehicle or hovercraft, this ground vehicle uses an air cushion created by a fan or blower which pumps air through strategically-placed holes across the bottom of the vehicle. This allows the vehicle to remain ‘floating’ above the surface of the road, creating a seamless and comfortable journey.

In the past, pneumatic pavement has been utilized broadly for a range of purposes, including moving people and goods, and applications in the military domain. Nowadays though, this type of pavement is once more gaining popularity as a viable alternate to regular roads and railways.

Pneumatic pavement offers some great advantages over traditional means of transportation, such as being considerably quieter and providing a smoother ride. Moreover, riders benefit from the added comfort as they get to experience different weathers without a fuss – be it rain drops or crisp snowflakes.

Despite a variety of benefits, pneumatic pavement is not without its shortcomings; it demands greater expense, both in construction and upkeep, as compared to roads of the more conventional variety. Furthermore, this form of surfacing is vulnerable to destruction from sharp objects and the vigorous winds of a storm.

When you start to develop plans for your upcoming project and consider pneumatic pavement for the job, there are a few matters to take into account. First, you will require the suitable tools for the task. Secondly, you’ll need to verify that the land which the pavement is meant to be laid on is even and smooth. Lastly, the weight of the vehicles that will be running on it must also be considered.

The integration of pneumatic pavement into any building endeavor can be an effective and worthwhile result – with advanced planning and earnest effort.