So what do you guys think, can this [theoretically] be made stable? I don't want to put a huge tube out behind it or anything but might make it a bit longer or make top fins a bit larger for example. I would plan 2x engines in the back so could go with 18mm or 24mm so could be somewhat heavy (which it will be with all those 3D printed parts and necessary nose weight).
Next question is, what parts can I replace w/ 2mm basswood, standard body tubes, etc... to keep weight down? Easy parts: 2mm basswood = Fins & Wings + Vertical wing pasts in middle. Body Tube: center portion of wing pods. 3D Printed = Nose cone, front/rear of wing tip pods, top pod slotted for top fins, vents, transitions. Questionable: Wondering if I can make the body out of rectangle(s) of basswood (possibly mounted on a 3D printed frame).
This is actually one of my favorite shows from my childhood. Some pictures of the "prototype" to inspire us...
Next question is, what parts can I replace w/ 2mm basswood, standard body tubes, etc... to keep weight down? Easy parts: 2mm basswood = Fins & Wings + Vertical wing pasts in middle. Body Tube: center portion of wing pods. 3D Printed = Nose cone, front/rear of wing tip pods, top pod slotted for top fins, vents, transitions. Questionable: Wondering if I can make the body out of rectangle(s) of basswood (possibly mounted on a 3D printed frame).
This is actually one of my favorite shows from my childhood. Some pictures of the "prototype" to inspire us...
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