Rubber Band Powered Helicopter

thingiverse

I create my designs from two innovative sources: thingiverse.com/thing:278078 and thingiverse.com/thing:52810. Crafting a reliable propeller is a challenging endeavor, especially when combining light weight with proven flight capabilities. I extend my gratitude to nglasson and Landru for their contributions. To achieve stable flight requires practice, as evidenced by the time it took to create the video showcasing the device in action. Although I'm unsure of its exact altitude, the highest recorded flight was approximately 3 meters (youtube.com/watch?v=rzncnjJ12FM). For optimal use, hold the propeller with your left hand's thumb and forefinger at a 2/3 position from the bottom. Position your right hand's index finger on the propeller to direct airflow downward while rotating it clockwise. This will allow for smooth operation in an open space, as thin blades can be damaged by collisions with walls or other objects.