Knowra Inflatable boat Inflatable boat An inflatable boat has a hull made wholly or partly of flexible, air-filled tubes or chambers. Its buoyant structure can be deflated for compact storage and transport.
Hypalon : A synthetic rubber material used in inflatable boat fabric, known for resistance to ultraviolet light and chemicals. It is a durable coating for the fabric that forms many inflatable hulls.
Rigid inflatable boat : A boat combining a rigid hull with inflatable tubes along its sides. It is a common hybrid design that pairs a shaped hull with inflatable flotation.
Lifeboat : A small boat carried by a ship or kept near water for emergency evacuation and rescue. Inflatable models can be stored compactly aboard vessels until an emergency.
Hard dinghy : A small boat with a rigid hull, often used as a tender or for recreation. Its fixed hull resists punctures and deformation but occupies more storage space than a deflated boat.
Polyvinyl chloride : A thermoplastic polymer used in products including inflatable structures, pipes, and electrical insulation. PVC-coated fabric is a common, often lower-cost material for inflatable boat tubes.
Air floor : An inflatable boat floor made from high-pressure air chambers rather than rigid panels. It reduces packed weight while providing a firm surface when inflated.
Dinghy : A small boat used as a tender, for recreation, or for short trips. Inflatable dinghies commonly ferry people between shore and larger vessels.
Jon boat : A small, flat-bottomed boat commonly made of aluminum or fiberglass. Its rigid hull offers a different approach to shallow-water stability and durability.
Buoyancy : The upward force a fluid exerts on an immersed or floating object. Air-filled tubes displace water and provide the boat's principal reserve of flotation.
Outboard motor : A propulsion and steering unit mounted outside a boat's hull, combining an engine, gearbox, and propeller. Many inflatable boats use one because it can be mounted on a transom and removed for storage.
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