Edited to add:Helicopter Takeoff Formula: The Secrets of Insect Flight

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The discussion centers on the formula for helicopter takeoff, specifically seeking the minimum force required for a miniaturized helicopter inspired by moth flight. The minimum force is equated to the weight of the helicopter, with the simplest model derived from Newton's second law (f=ma). Moths utilize advanced aerodynamic movements, and ongoing research explores their unique flight mechanics. A recommendation is made to consult the book "The Aerodynamics of Hovering Insect Flight" by C.P. Ellington for further insights. Understanding insect flight dynamics could enhance the design of the mini helicopter project.
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Can you give me the formula for taking off a helicopter? This formula must give the minimum force that produced by moth for taking off. :rolleyes: (i want to project a miniatur helicopter).Thanks... from eng. student
 
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The minimum force is the weight of the helicopter. As for formulas, how complicated do you want to get...? The simplest model would come from f=ma.
 
russ_watters said:
The minimum force is the weight of the helicopter. As for formulas, how complicated do you want to get...? The simplest model would come from f=ma.

not this. i wanted to ask that the force moth supports. :redface:
 
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a moth uses very advanced aerodyanmical movements. The principle of how it actyally stays in the air is very new and research is still being done on it. As for your project, russ waters tells it how it is.

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Nenad
 
You might want to check out this book:

Ellington, C.P.
The aerodynamics of hovering insect flight

If you google for the person he might have some other stuff that might interest you as well.
 
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