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Octo-copter

15 notaprofessional  9.1 years ago

The goal was to create a helicopter like aircraft that didn'tThe goal was to create a helicopter like aircraft that didn't need VTOL RCN's to control pitch, yaw, and roll. The product is an eight rotor helicopter that used four small rotors to controll pitch, roll, and yaw, allown with four large turbo-props for thrust. This aircraft can also transition into horizontal flight with using the VTOL control. Enjoy!

General Characteristics

  • Created On Mac
  • Wingspan 50.8ft (15.5m)
  • Length 69.2ft (21.1m)
  • Height 21.0ft (6.4m)
  • Empty Weight 13,567lbs (6,153kg)
  • Loaded Weight 17,747lbs (8,050kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.704
  • Wing Loading 93.6lbs/ft2 (457.0kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 189.6ft2 (17.6m2)
  • Drag Points 9884

Parts

  • Number of Parts 114
  • Control Surfaces 0
  • Performance Cost 644