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I'm building an Art Applewhite popsicle monocopter. Pictures to come :y:
I agree - I love the one I built from Art's plans!That's a great rocket!
Flights are a hoot!
I'm building an Art Applewhite popsicle monocopter. Pictures to come :y:
The Popsicle Monocopter is really a great flyer. I built one a few years ago because I was bored. Since Art's max altitude on it is about 100 feet, I decided to give it a go in the back yard on its first flight. I invited my dad out to watch, and after giving me some very weird looks, he agreed. Long story short, the rocket made about 4 revolutions, then at about 5 feet up, the wing and pod decided to part ways. The pod flew up right over my dad's head (he literally dove to the ground) about 30 feet away and then bounced off the van parked in the back.
I put it back together with epoxy and it got about 10 flights flying on 1/2A3's, A3's, and A10's before it got too beat up to use. The A3 is really the only good motor for this bird. 'Tis a shame that Apogee doesn't make the C2's anymore...
Moral of the story: make sure the pod and wing attachment joints are SOLID.
I forgot to mention:
Just be sure you follow the launching directions.
I was skeptical about flying it off of only 1/2" of launch rod, but it works!
If you fly it off of a full length launch rod, with all the spinning you would have a lot of rod whip!
Follow the directions to the letter. Art's instructions are written in such a way that you will get the results predicted, but only if you do not deviate from them in any way. (No ad-libbing.) Use exactly the materials that are recommended and the adhesive that is recommended. WAIT FOR THE GLUE TO FULLY CURE! That can take a couple of days (literally). Do not take shortcuts on any step. Use good technique when you wrap the cord around the motor mount and attach it to the wood, and strive to do a neat job. Trust me, it really makes a difference. Really work to make yours look exactly like the one in the photo on the web page.SHRED
Maybe I'll build another :roll:
Edit, here is the video...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4Z_NPumDjM
SHRED
Maybe I'll build another :roll:
Edit, here is the video...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C4Z_NPumDjM
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