Profile image

Dragonfly X 2.1

3,631 Quercon  11 months ago

New and upgraded version of the previous orthocopter design!
Now comes with forward flight mode!

Very rough prototype version of a dune-style orthocopter (fly at your own risk!).
To activate forward flight mode, just surpass 90 kph, the wings will change their mode of action, and you will be able to fly the vechicle like an airplane!

CAUTION!
Build is still in prototype phase, and has some odd quirks and mechanics that need to be discovered (especialy in heli mode).
It also lacks vibration damper in forward flight mode.
Im making a tird version of the orthocopter, hopefully this one will be the "production" one. It will include the vibration damper, as well as improved thrust production, and some automatic systems that will make it more pleasant to use.
Stay tuned to not miss it when it comes out, and most importantly:
Have fun!

Spotlights

General Characteristics

  • Created On Android
  • Wingspan 57.2ft (17.4m)
  • Length 48.1ft (14.6m)
  • Height 12.2ft (3.7m)
  • Empty Weight 3,819lbs (1,732kg)
  • Loaded Weight 3,819lbs (1,732kg)

Performance

  • Wing Loading 8.9lbs/ft2 (43.4kg/m2)
  • Wing Area 429.9ft2 (39.9m2)
  • Drag Points 3231

Parts

  • Number of Parts 82
  • Control Surfaces 0
  • Performance Cost 849