3D-printed UAV now sports ducted fan motors

Back in April, we first heard about a 3D-printed UAV airframe that could be fabricated within 24 hours. Created by a Boeing-assisted team at the University of Sheffield's Advanced Manufacturing Research Center, it was a gliding prototype that would require the addition of a motor and an external propeller for powered flight. Its recently-announced successor, however, features integrated electric ducted fan motors. .. Continue Reading 3D-printed UAV now sports ducted fan motors

Section: Aircraft

Tags: 3D Printing, Drone, UAV, University of Sheffield

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