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Unread 11-01-2009, 15:48
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Re: Team 2526 - Propeller Propulsion Prototype.

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Originally Posted by Wayne Doenges View Post
How come you didn't go with a Ducted Fan set up? You can safely turn a fan unit 25,000 - 30,000
Also the fan shroud would be a good safety cage.
Except have you noticed how ducted fans don't seem to fly away?
That's because they have really big pitches on the blades, making them move a lot of air, but provide very minimal thrust.