The Idrobyk © (Pronounce Hydro Bike) is a cross between an outboard engine and an hydrofoil. I had this idea a really long time ago when I was riding personal watercraft (PWC) on lakes and oceans. In the late nineties the ‘Airchair‘ concept came out and it reminded of my idea of using a simple outboard motor with side wings to keep it aloft.
The Idrobyk is meant to be driven like a superbike on water, fast and precise. It should be propelled by water turbine powered by a two stroke direct injection marine engine. At rest, the watercraft would float, when it would start to move forward, horizontal rudders located on each side would pivot and provide lift to raise the unit above the water line. The real shape and length of the keel (and the whole vehicle) will differ from what is shown but the principle will remain the same.
The Idrobyk could steer by using special flaps located on its horizontal rudders (like those found on airplane) it could also use a directional water nozzle and a rudder below the water turbine powered by a electric motor. To help the unit maintain a comfortable riding position, a computer could assist the driver and adapt the vehicle’s system in real time. Could it make jumps? Why not? The first thing we need to do is get started on building a prototype!
Note : I would like to thank Aaron Hugues who created the renderings for this concept!
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