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Re: pic: Twin Fan Powered Vex Prototype#2

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Originally Posted by 1885.Blake
Steering & Braking Options (some already discussed)
  • Two Hooks, one on each side. A servo on each can drag the on the ground to steer. Put both down to slow down or stop like a carrier landing.

Also - Put some shielding (strong screening won't hurt airflow but will keep fingers and other debris out) on the front and back of those fans, and some padding on the leading edges of this missile. Do it before someone gets hurt....

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The two hook idea is excellent I think I will try that, it is cheap and easy to make. Plus I just want to experiment around, I want to see if it works. So thank you.

And yes.. I did put a cover over the fans that don't effect the intake, and still give out the same power.
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