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How to Make a Simple Hovercraft Using a CD

A hovercraft floats along the ground, suspended by a cushion of air. Here is a simple hovercraft you can make using an old CD, a balloon and a "pop-open" water bottle cap.

Things You'll Need

Instant glue
"Pop-open" screw-top cap (often found on disposable water bottles or dish washing detergent)
Old CD
Balloon
Smooth floor

Instructions

- 1
  Put instant glue on the base of the plastic cap.
- 2
  
  Press the bottom of the cap to the center of the CD and hold it for ten seconds.
- 3
  
  Stretch the opening of the balloon over the top of the plastic cap. The balloon should fit snuggly so that no air will escape when you blow it up.
- 4
  
  Blow up the balloon from the back of the CD. After the balloon is full, make sure the "pop-top" is closed.
- 5
  Put your hovercraft down on the floor (a smooth surface works best) and pull the cap open.
- 6
  Watch your hovercraft glide across the floor, suspended on a cushion of air. When it runs out, just blow it up again!

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