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Jun 9, 2016 · 1. Airwolf (from the T.V show Airwolf) is a Mach 1+ helicopter capable of reaching speeds up to Mach 2. For it's time, it's weapons system was pretty farfetched (had fourteen weapons systems overall, including chaffe and flares) at it's time. I'm well aware of the limits of regular helicopters' speed limits, due to their blades being able to ...
A simple paper helicopter can be made easily at home or school. Multipurpose U.S. letter-size printer paper (8.5 x 11 inches, 21.6 x 27.9 cm) works well for the model. The design is simple to make with only a few cuts and folds, and its parts can be easily adjusted to examine changes regarding flight behavior.
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Why does the helicopter spin?Why does the helicopter drop slowly?Preparation: 1. Create a sample so that students can see what the finished helicopter will look like. Instructions: 1. Cut around the outside of the helicopter. 2. Cut along the solid lines. 3. Fold the side pieces in to form the body of the helicopter. 4. Fold one wing toward you and one wing away from you to form the rotor. 5. Fold the helicopter...
What would happen if you changed a variable (different type of paper, more/less paperclips, different sized wings etc.)?How can you measure the difference your changes may make?As your paper helicopter gracefully descends, let’s explore the scientific principles governing its flight. The phenomenon can be understood as follows: The force of gravity pulls the helicopter downward, setting the stage for its aerial adventure. Simultaneously, the air rushes out from under the wings of the helicopter in all directions.
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In this week's aerodynamics -themed family science activity, students can learn more about helicopters by making and testing simple miniature paper helicopters or whirly birds. Paper whirly birds don't have any mechanical parts, but their structure helps kids better understand how the blades on a helicopter function.
