Flying Cinder Block

[fliteadmin]

We love a challenge!

It's time to put the physics of flight to the ultimate test. Can the Flite Test boys get a cinder block to lift off of the ground?

We're just going to use average RC electronics and readily available building supplies found at the local home improvement store.

The motor we used was very conservative. It was a Turnigy 50-65D 270kv with a 20 x 10 prop. This is propperly suited for a 12-15 lb (5.5 - 6.8 kg) plane. Our "Brixler" plane weighed almost 50 lbs (22.7 kg). Kudos to the Joshes for getting this thing off the ground!

<strong>Total Flying Weight:</strong> 48 lbs (21.8 kg)









Make sure you watch to the very end for a special little treat!

 

[Rcjim11]

It looks like it could fly with the right power setup, are you going to try this again?

 

[colorex]

What I like about this challenge is that they used a smaller motor and it still flew!

 

[FlyingMonkey]

So, who is going to take the challenge? Maybe scale it down? We have the specs... 

 

[StoneKap]

What I like about this challenge is that they used a smaller motor and it still flew!

That's what I loved about it. That power setup was meant for 12-15 Lbs. Our plane was 48 Lbs! I think dollar for pound Bixler performed a small miracle.

 

[FlyingMonkey]

Darn Chad, I didn't know it was THAT anemic of a motor.

I was a little disappointed in the flying results, but knowing that... I'm very impressed.

 

[colorex]

Darn Chad, I didn't know it was THAT anemic of a motor.

I was a little disappointed in the flying results, but knowing that... I'm very impressed.

You have to listen more closely!

 

[Rcjim11]

We want unlimited vertical!
How about this bad boy? > http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=17987

 

[fliteadmin]

We want unlimited vertical!
How about this bad boy? > http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=17987

Oooooh... and they're in stock!

 

[Rockin Robbins]

New challenge: loop a concrete block! No cheater loop either, a nice round loop of any diameter.

 

[SunShine]

Oooooh... and they're in stock!

I like where this is heading... :applause:

 

[earthsciteach]

How about a cinder block bomb drop? I can see practical applications.

 

[Mr.RCguy]

What you could do is put that thing on a 10S pack!!!!! See how it flies then XD.

 

[Ham_Sammiches]

I think you guys should revisit this but instead of a cinderblock, use a big ol' boombox! Ya know, the ones that use like 12 D batteries. and then fly it around overhead blaring some sweet tunes. Make sure you cross the fence into the neighbor's yard at full volume too

 

[Ak Flyer]

I love the cinder block drop lol. That would be soooo much fun. I like the boombox idea as well. You could fly around a hostage situation and blare horrible music until they give up. Boom box bomb drop anyone?

 

[FlyingMonkey]

We want unlimited vertical!
How about this bad boy? > http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=17987

Oooooh... and they're in stock!

That's enough to power a manned aircraft.... hmmm maybe that should be the plane that get's Josh Scott's name put on it?

 

[earthsciteach]

That's enough to power a manned aircraft.... hmmm maybe that should be the plane that get's Josh Scott's name put on it?

If we go with 75 watt per pound, that would definitely fly Josh Scott around.