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[PROOF OF CONCEPT] Mechanical Docking Mechanism

34.1k AgDynamics  10.0 years ago
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Slightly updated previous version of docking mechanism. Retract landing gear, move forward slowly (5% throttle) and deploy the landing gear once the hook (yellow) and loop (red) have made contact. Feel free to dick around with it. Will continue to develop for mid-air use.

General Characteristics

  • Created On Windows
  • Wingspan 11.5ft (3.5m)
  • Length 40.3ft (12.3m)
  • Height 7.9ft (2.4m)
  • Empty Weight 6,016lbs (2,729kg)
  • Loaded Weight 6,548lbs (2,970kg)

Performance

  • Power/Weight Ratio 2.059
  • Wing Loading N/A
  • Wing Area 0.0ft2 (0.0m2)
  • Drag Points 4982

Parts

  • Number of Parts 73
  • Control Surfaces 0
  • Performance Cost 573