Le Rhone Engine for electric rc model aircraft

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The assembly covers the entire Le Rhone engine suitable for an rc model aircraft, with a parameterized design that's fully customizable. I've included an assembly file and all component STL files to help you get started. The design features two cylinder options: Mk 2 and Mk 3. The Mk 2 is a full-size cylinder, while the Mk 3 is truncated at the rear to accommodate an ESC in the cowl. This modification provides extra space for your electronics without compromising performance. I printed all components on my Anet A8 printer using 0.2mm layer thickness settings. To ensure a smooth finish, I carefully primed each component with a coat of primer, masking off glue areas to prevent any unwanted paint bleed. For the final touches, I applied gray paint to the cylinders, aluminum paint to the body, and bronze enamel model paints to the suction pipes. This design is the result of collaboration between myself and fellow engineer David Cowley, who generously shared his expertise to bring this project to life.