Can a Custom Radial Fan Lift a Human-Transporting VTOL Drone?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the feasibility of using a custom-made radial fan to generate sufficient thrust for a human-transporting VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) drone, specifically targeting the ability to lift a weight of 150-200 kg. The inquiry is focused on design considerations and thrust generation.

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  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant inquires about the potential thrust capabilities of a custom radial fan compared to traditional propellers for lifting a specified weight.
  • Another participant clarifies that the intended use of the drone is for human transport.
  • A later reply expresses concern regarding liability issues associated with the project and indicates that assistance cannot be provided.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion remains unresolved, with no consensus reached on the viability of using a radial fan for the intended application, and assistance is limited due to liability concerns.

Contextual Notes

Limitations include the lack of detailed specifications about the radial fan design, assumptions about thrust requirements, and the implications of using a human-transporting drone.

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due to a design issue I'm trying to figur out whether i can get enough thrust to lift a 150-200 kg
using some costume made radial fan instead of the usual propellers for a little vtol drone I'm willing to produce.
any comment will be much appreciate.
Thanks.
 
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marcoravelli said:
due to a design issue I'm trying to figur out whether i can get enough thrust to lift a 150-200 kg
using some costume made radial fan instead of the usual propellers for a little vtol drone I'm willing to produce.
any comment will be much appreciate.
Thanks.
Welcome to the PF. :smile:

What kind of loads will this drone be carrying?
 
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it is ment to be a human transport
 
marcoravelli said:
it is ment to be a human transport
I was afraid of that. For liability reasons, we won't be able to help you with this project. Thread is closed.
 
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