How are you going to keep it stable? With only 2 fans (and no cyclic control of the main rotor like a full-size helicopter uses), that can be harder. Are you wanting to build something like a drone?SIDDHARTH MANWANI said:
BTW, there is a discussion going on now about the power requirements for drones lifting payloads in this thread: https://www.physicsforums.com/threads/lift-engine.951255/SIDDHARTH MANWANI said:
I don't think you are asking the right questions here. Isn't the force obvious? It's the weight of the helicopter!SIDDHARTH MANWANI said:
To calculate the force required to lift an object into the air, you need to consider the weight of the object and the force of gravity acting on it. The force required to lift the object will be equal to its weight, plus any additional force needed to overcome air resistance and move the object upwards.
The formula for calculating the force required to lift an object is F = m x g, where F is the force required, m is the mass of the object, and g is the acceleration due to gravity (9.8 m/s^2 on Earth).
The shape and size of the object can affect the force required to lift it. Objects with larger surface areas will experience more air resistance, requiring more force to lift. Additionally, objects with irregular shapes may have uneven weight distribution, making it more difficult to lift them.
In addition to weight and gravity, the force required to lift an object may also be affected by air density, altitude, and the type of lifting mechanism being used (such as a helicopter rotor or an airplane wing). These factors can impact the amount of force needed to overcome air resistance and lift the object into the air.
Yes, the mass of the object should be measured in kilograms (kg) and the force will be measured in newtons (N). If any other units are used, they will need to be converted to these standard units for an accurate calculation.
