First ever airplane with no moving parts takes flight!

Discussion in 'Science and Technology' started by MeAgain, Feb 16, 2019.

  1. MeAgain

    MeAgain Dazed & Confused Lifetime Supporter Super Moderator

    Messages:
    20,349
    Likes Received:
    14,440
    Yes, an airplane, that is it planes the air for lift. It's not a lighter than air craft as it weighs over 5 pounds 6 ounces.

    The plane has no propellers or engine of any sort but instead relies on ionic wind for propulsion and lift.
    Using a battery and electrical inverter 40,000 volts of electricity at 600 watts is supplied to the wing. 20,000 volts is used to charge molecules at the lead edge which then flow to the rear, providing lift, where another opposite charge of 20,000 volts propels them out the back providing thrust.
    A flight of over 196 feet was attained.

    [​IMG]



    ​
     
    MeAgain, Feb 16, 2019
    #1
    ZenKarma and Asmodean like this.
  3. I'minmyunderwear

    I'minmyunderwear Newbie

    Messages:
    58
    Likes Received:
    9,141
    first ever, my ass. i had one of these when i was a kid:

    [​IMG]
     
    I'minmyunderwear, Feb 16, 2019
    #2
    Irminsul likes this.
  5. Asmodean

    Asmodean Slo motion rider

    Messages:
    50,551
    Likes Received:
    10,133
    Interesting!
     
    Asmodean, Feb 16, 2019
    #3
  7. Tyrsonswood

    Tyrsonswood Senior Moment Lifetime Supporter

    Messages:
    34,218
    Likes Received:
    26,321
    [​IMG]
     
    Tyrsonswood, Feb 16, 2019
    #4
  9. deleted

    deleted Visitor

    ion drives or hull thrust used in space .. where here, I imagine they are using the static flow for the drive after initial liftoff.
    there is a lot of electricity in the atmosphere harnessing them as opposed to a fuel burning planes would be a super milestone for the airline industry. wont take off right away.. ;)
     
    deleted, Feb 16, 2019
    #5
  11. Irminsul

    Irminsul Valkyrie

    Messages:
    58
    Likes Received:
    150
    I used to own plenty of these versions lol. They would break pretty quickly though and the ones we had were WW2 replica fighter planes.

    [​IMG]
     
    Irminsul, Feb 16, 2019
    #6
  13. MeAgain

    MeAgain Dazed & Confused Lifetime Supporter Super Moderator

    Messages:
    20,349
    Likes Received:
    14,440
    I believe I saw that this type of unit is limited to certain atmospheric height as as it must ionize nitrogen out of the air and nitrogen becomes limited at greater altitudes. I don't think there is any in the Exosphere at 440 miles above sea level. Space starts at 62 miles out so maybe it could be used for orbital flights.
     
    MeAgain, Feb 16, 2019
    #7
    Orison likes this.
  15. relaxxx

    relaxxx Senior Member

    Messages:
    3,502
    Likes Received:
    743
    Nope, nope, nope... fake!

    I'm pretty sure that smooth phallic knob in the front has a spinning motor inside it.
     
    relaxxx, Feb 17, 2019
    #8

Share This Page

  1. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register.
    By continuing to use this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies.
    Accept Learn More...
    Dismiss Notice