Articles by tag: EDF
For years, it has been difficult for RC aeromodelers to find a silent, clean solution, especially for noisy jet models, but there is potentially a solution that can work for those seeking an alternative to turbine-powered planes. Electric Ducted Fan (EDF) planes run with multi-bladed propellers, taking in air and spinning at high speeds, […]
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50 Years of Aeromodeling Experience Leads to EDF Vote of Confidence
Manfred Greve’s introduction to the world of aeromodeling began before he was born. His father started working in aeromodeling in the 1950s and passed his passion onto his son as a child. After school, Greve would work on improving upon his model airplanes, a process which helped him learn and grow immensely. “Do something […]
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Blade Design in Ducted Fans is More Important Than You Think
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) or drones are all the rage, with businesses from Amazon to Domino’s conducting research into using the aircraft to complete deliveries. Utilizing UAVs for these types of serious applications, though, requires precision technology. On today’s Software and Technology Podcast, Daniel Schübeler, founder of Schübeler Technologies, discussed how electric ducted fans […]