EDF Design Contest for 2010??? - Page 4

Joshua Wesley · Nov 04, 2009, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kevin Cox

Additional point(s) for multi fan models (all catergories)

I don't agree with multi engine getting more points. A lot of multi engine aircraft like biz jets, airliners, and cargo trans are actually simpler to build, than a single with internal ducting.

LuvEvolution7 · Nov 04, 2009, 08:24 PM

I think above and below 80mm is a good way to go. then put them into flopper and retracter catagories, just as what was previously suggested. keeps things simple that way.

either way, I'm in if it gets up and running.

Getmore Rc · Nov 04, 2009, 08:56 PM

Can it have a four gear retrack set up with a tail rudder.

Knife Liddle · Nov 04, 2009, 09:11 PM

LOL, man, you need to go to bed. LOL Don`t let the SFPCA see that pic.

Tumbler · Nov 04, 2009, 09:16 PM

Where dd you fit the batteries?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Getmore Rc

Can it have a four gear retrack set up with a tail rudder.

rcjetpilot · Nov 04, 2009, 09:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tumbler

Where dd you fit the batteries?

Wanna guess

One Six Right · Nov 04, 2009, 09:49 PM

Why should extra points be awarded for "scale". Is this a design competition?
Or a "copy" competition.?
Not that I'm bent on kit bashing, but there's more "Design" there, than making a "scale" copy of something that already exists.

Design = Creativity.

rcjetpilot · Nov 04, 2009, 09:49 PM

Build open to any material...

Class by edf size 70, 90, >90

My thinking, less rules, more creativity.

Bob

EDF Phantom · Nov 04, 2009, 09:57 PM

That's the best feed back soo far, less rules, more creativity.

Knife Liddle · Nov 04, 2009, 09:58 PM

I agree with that concept too. Keep it simple, and have fun.

speleopower · Nov 04, 2009, 10:34 PM

Where is our best designer at with the garage door opener??

Less rules more design. But copying something that is already done i.e. scale gets more points i.e. see JB's airliner. Best looking, best design wins. JB's airliner is a master piece of design and looks great.

With a scale model you are locked into a shape already and then you have to design a rc model into the space of the existing airplane. That to me is more difficult that fitting a shape around your equipment.

-Scott

rcjetpilot · Nov 04, 2009, 10:56 PM

Scale is always nice… I entered a sport design last time around and was stunned at how much effort is actually required to “fly” by the deadline. As a result, we had a mere 3 or 4 models actually fly.

My thinking, if this was attempted again; the more designs that finish would be a big accomplishment. Keep the rules as minimal as possible to foster more participation.

This time around I would design around the power plant, ease of access to batteries, better wing loading, etc. For example, it’s hard to find a 70mm ARF that’s designed for 1k watts, at a wing loading that’s fun to fly.

I have a concept design, just need some motivation (like a contest), when the cold weather prevents quality stick time.

Bob

EDF Phantom · Nov 04, 2009, 11:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by speleopower

Where is our best designer at with the garage door opener??

-Scott

You mean this Design? We can Thank Mike Warren for the Pictures of Uriaha's ElectroMagneticHydroDynamicGarageDoorOpenerFusionN uclearDrive EDF.

Kevin Cox · Nov 05, 2009, 06:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joshua Wesley

I don't agree with multi engine getting more points. A lot of multi engine aircraft like biz jets, airliners, and cargo trans are actually simpler to build, than a single with internal ducting.

Quote:

Originally Posted by One Six Right

Why should extra points be awarded for "scale". Is this a design competition?
Or a "copy" competition.?
Not that I'm bent on kit bashing, but there's more "Design" there, than making a "scale" copy of something that already exists.

Design = Creativity.

Joshua,
I agree to a degree

. The whole point was to encourage complex models. The YF-23, F-14, Su27, MiG29 T-37...etc or non pod designs that would benefit from a twin design.

One Six Right,
Deleted: Never mind.

Have fun with the sport jet competition

Kevin Cox · Nov 05, 2009, 06:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by speleopower

Where is our best designer at with the garage door opener??

Less rules more design. But copying something that is already done i.e. scale gets more points i.e. see JB's airliner. Best looking, best design wins. JB's airliner is a master piece of design and looks great.

With a scale model you are locked into a shape already and then you have to design a rc model into the space of the existing airplane. That to me is more difficult that fitting a shape around your equipment.

-Scott

Exactly....thank you Scott!

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Nov 04, 2009, 08:24 PM	#47
LuvEvolution7 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: St.Catharines, Ontario Posts: 126	I think above and below 80mm is a good way to go. then put them into flopper and retracter catagories, just as what was previously suggested. keeps things simple that way. either way, I'm in if it gets up and running.

Nov 04, 2009, 09:11 PM	#49
Knife Liddle Lee Liddle Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Lewisville, Tx Posts: 2,236	LOL, man, you need to go to bed. LOL Don`t let the SFPCA see that pic.

Nov 04, 2009, 09:49 PM	#52
One Six Right Not another MONSTER !! Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Valencia, CA Posts: 2,801	Why should extra points be awarded for "scale". Is this a design competition? Or a "copy" competition.? Not that I'm bent on kit bashing, but there's more "Design" there, than making a "scale" copy of something that already exists. Design = Creativity.

Nov 04, 2009, 09:49 PM	#53
rcjetpilot Watts is life... Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Monmouth Co, New Jersey, United States Posts: 2,363	Build open to any material... Class by edf size 70, 90, >90 My thinking, less rules, more creativity. Bob

Nov 04, 2009, 09:57 PM	#54
EDF Phantom You can't see me I'm a Phantom Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 303	That's the best feed back soo far, less rules, more creativity.

Nov 04, 2009, 09:58 PM	#55
Knife Liddle Lee Liddle Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Lewisville, Tx Posts: 2,236	I agree with that concept too. Keep it simple, and have fun.

Nov 04, 2009, 10:34 PM	#56
speleopower Hey Now Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Cocoa Beach, Florida Posts: 2,470	Where is our best designer at with the garage door opener?? Less rules more design. But copying something that is already done i.e. scale gets more points i.e. see JB's airliner. Best looking, best design wins. JB's airliner is a master piece of design and looks great. With a scale model you are locked into a shape already and then you have to design a rc model into the space of the existing airplane. That to me is more difficult that fitting a shape around your equipment. -Scott

Nov 04, 2009, 10:56 PM	#57
rcjetpilot Watts is life... Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Monmouth Co, New Jersey, United States Posts: 2,363	Scale is always nice… I entered a sport design last time around and was stunned at how much effort is actually required to “fly” by the deadline. As a result, we had a mere 3 or 4 models actually fly. My thinking, if this was attempted again; the more designs that finish would be a big accomplishment. Keep the rules as minimal as possible to foster more participation. This time around I would design around the power plant, ease of access to batteries, better wing loading, etc. For example, it’s hard to find a 70mm ARF that’s designed for 1k watts, at a wing loading that’s fun to fly. I have a concept design, just need some motivation (like a contest), when the cold weather prevents quality stick time. Bob