Science Abuse Posted December 9, 2008 Report Share Posted December 9, 2008 http://gizmodo.com/5060812/terrafugia-transition-flying-car-unbelievably-close-to-reality-going-on-sale-next-year This time, the wings fold up and follow you around, making you look rediculous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRed05 Posted December 9, 2008 Report Share Posted December 9, 2008 I like how the wings fold up, the same direction that lift is keeping the thing in the sky... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ansonivan Posted December 9, 2008 Report Share Posted December 9, 2008 So what happens when you get in a fender bender on the way to the airport? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draco-REX Posted December 9, 2008 Report Share Posted December 9, 2008 I like how the wings fold up, the same direction that lift is keeping the thing in the sky... Counter-intuitive, I know. However, upwards is also how the wings fold on aircraft carrier-based planes since WWII. So there's got to be some trick to keeping them unfolded reliably. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Science Abuse Posted December 9, 2008 Author Report Share Posted December 9, 2008 Counter-intuitive, I know. However, upwards is also how the wings fold on aircraft carrier-based planes since WWII. So there's got to be some trick to keeping them unfolded reliably. Deadbolt, a tight fit = friction fit under windload, that thing aint coming out. I'd be interested to see a car with wings that fold down....? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRed05 Posted December 9, 2008 Report Share Posted December 9, 2008 Deadbolt, a tight fit = friction fit under windload, that thing aint coming out. I'd be interested to see a car with wings that fold down....? Counter-intuitive, I know. However, upwards is also how the wings fold on aircraft carrier-based planes since WWII. So there's got to be some trick to keeping them unfolded reliably. Both good points... lol @ downward folding wings Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin R. Posted December 9, 2008 Report Share Posted December 9, 2008 I saw how people drive with 1" of snow on the ground. They damn sure don't need airplanes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Draco-REX Posted December 9, 2008 Report Share Posted December 9, 2008 I saw how people drive with 1" of snow on the ground. They damn sure don't need airplanes. No kidding.. Thankfully, the FAA actually takes licensing seriously, unlike the BMV. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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