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Ruston Proctor Aerial Target

8,039 Cuboidable  5 days ago

Wassap


Description

The first pilotless, radio-controlled aircraft was built in 1916 following the outbreak of World War I. It was called the Ruston Proctor Aerial Target and it was developed by Archibald Low, who is known as “the father of radio guidance systems.” It was intended to be a flying explosive device to take down enemy Zeppelins or ground forces. However, the vehicle was never actually deployed in battle. It was tested and first took flight in 1917 using a compressed air launching mechanism. Unfortunately, it would only fly for a few minutes until its engine failed. After several failed flights, the British military abandoned the project, claiming there was no future in unmanned aerial vehicles.

Controls

Regular controls i guess (maybe except for trim)

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General Characteristics

  • Created On Android
  • Wingspan 20.7ft (6.3m)
  • Length 15.6ft (4.7m)
  • Height 5.5ft (1.7m)
  • Empty Weight 2,346lbs (1,064kg)
  • Loaded Weight 3,276lbs (1,486kg)

Performance

  • Horse Power/Weight Ratio 0.266
  • Wing Loading 21.2lbs/ft2 (103.4kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 154.7ft2 (14.4m2)
  • Drag Points 1019

Parts

  • Number of Parts 41
  • Control Surfaces 5
  • Performance Cost 165