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Forum: Internet Links Topic: Human Powered Helicopter started by: Leisher Posted by Leisher on Jul. 17 2013,07:59
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Posted by Malcolm on Jul. 17 2013,08:12
Pretty sure the previous record holder used more than just the legs for power. This one is strictly legs.
Posted by TPRJones on Jul. 17 2013,10:51
Wait, how did that qualify for the Sikorsky Prize? The machine is supposed to stay in the 10m square, but it doesn't even come close to fitting in that square.
Posted by Malcolm on Jul. 17 2013,11:58
It doesn't have to fit in the square, it's got to maintain stability in the air above the square's centre, I think. QUOTE In summary, the requirements to win the AHS Sikorsky Prize included a flight duration of 60 seconds and reaching an altitude of 3 meters (9.8 ft), with the center point of the aircraft hovering over a 10-by-10 meter (32.8-by-32.8 ft) square. I assume that's to keep any wise-asses from building a plane/glider instead of a chopper.
Posted by TPRJones on Jul. 17 2013,12:21
Ah, okay then.
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