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Sand Shark AH-1F Cobra V2
Chapter 5 of 15
Mooring Rings and Breakaway Accessories
Sep 19, 2022
3 mooring rings are located under each wing, they're used for tying down the helo during transportation. One of the benefits of resin vs. FDM printing is multi-part print time. In resin printing, it takes the same amount of time to print 1 or 10 parts, as long as they all fit in the build plate. This would have taken 10x time to print in FDM.
One problem with maneuvering and transporting a large and heavy model is accidental handling damage. Intricate scale details like antennas and wire cutters are especially susceptible to hanger rash. So I decided to make the most vulnerable pieces fasten-able with magnets and can easily break away without damaging the substrate.
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Hi Patrick, we will up the size limit on videos. As for posting, we have an “Other Scale” category under which you can choose Len Mount (but not the specific model).
Hey Patrick, we bumped the upload limit and it appears that you've taken full advantage! This video looks great! Of course, the subject matter helps. ; )
I understand native video streaming adds to the server expense. But I think it's a crucial feature to reduce usability friction. Hope you negotiated a good deal with a CDN such as Akamai:) Alternatively, you could allow embedding FB video, where most scale videos are already hosted.
Often overlooked but always appreciated!!
That looks excellent Patrick
You do great work Patrick !!
very Realistic wow
Very nice machine !
Motion including arms is awesome, I find it realistic. Must be very visible in flight. Well done!
It was a static display project, I've never flown it with the outboard passenger. His seat- the ammo bay door is supported by 2 tension cables, therefore not a rigid platform. I'm afraid he'll be bouncing up and down during flight, too risky.
How heavy is this bird now?
29.5 lb flight weight.
Nice build, specially the CG optimized Lipo position. Impressive features at the front gun.