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3D Printed Drone Shatters Speed Record!
17 Jan
Summary
- A 3D printed quadcopter achieved a verified speed of 408 mph.
- The Peregreen V4 drone was built by engineer Luke Maximo Bell and his father.
- The project heavily utilized computational fluid dynamics and repeated testing.
A remarkable feat of hobbyist engineering has pushed the speed limits for DIY aircraft, with a fully 3D printed quadcopter achieving a verified speed of 408 mph. The drone, named Peregreen V4, was meticulously designed and flown by engineer Luke Maximo Bell and his father, reclaiming a speed record for DIY planes.
This record-setting performance was the culmination of over two years of dedicated development, heavily involving computational fluid dynamics simulations and extensive flight testing. The Peregreen V4's airframe was printed as a single continuous piece using advanced materials, contributing to its superior aerodynamics and surface finish.
The team prioritized temperature stability in motor selection, modifying designs to achieve higher rotational speeds for improved top-end performance. Despite this achievement, Bell anticipates that this record may not stand for long, with ongoing development for future iterations already in progress.
