gidge348
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Post by gidge348 on Nov 12, 2015 7:19:44 GMT -5
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Post by turbochris on Nov 12, 2015 14:39:30 GMT -5
I think it's cool as hell but I think a multirotor electric solution is what we'll see go mainstream. I wonder what engines this guy is using? They must make about 250 lbs of thrust each
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gidge348
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Post by gidge348 on Nov 12, 2015 19:31:31 GMT -5
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Post by racket on Nov 12, 2015 20:12:33 GMT -5
Hi Ian
A very expensive "toy" , the AMT Nike at ~$AU33,000, so $66K for the pair , add on a few more for bits and pieces and lets round it off at 70K , for a 10 minute ride .........very nice though :-)
Cheers
John
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Post by turbochris on Nov 13, 2015 1:04:15 GMT -5
Wren won't even talk to you if they find out that you're using one of their turbines for human propulsion
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gidge348
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Post by gidge348 on Nov 13, 2015 21:02:46 GMT -5
Hi Ian A very expensive "toy" , the AMT Nike at ~$AU33,000, so $66K for the pair , add on a few more for bits and pieces and lets round it off at 70K , for a 10 minute ride .........very nice though :-) Cheers John Hmmmm a 10kg mass 200lbf engine..... wonder if something like that wold be in realms of a DIY builder for less than the $33k? Ian... |
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Post by racket on Nov 13, 2015 21:24:22 GMT -5
Hi Ian
The thrust level is certainly within the realms of a DIY builder , the weight would probably be a bit higher from having to use less sophisticated construction materials and methods.
My "Fat Boy" 12/118 engine will hopefully give the 200 lbf thrust level but at probably twice the weight , but at <10% of the price .
Cheers
John
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