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Act of Valor
1 hour ago
Saturday, August 08, 2009
I'm a Mad Scientist. Or maybe just mad.
So I was thinking...Jetpacks are awesome. I, of course, do not have one, nor do I have the materials to make one. However...what if I had a small engine (like from a lawnmower), modified to spin at a much-higher-than-normal speed? What if I then attached that to a fan or propeller of sorts, and wore it on my back? Would it be possible to make it spin fast enough to not only negate its own weight, but at least a large portion of the wearer's weight as well, basically making it a jump-pack? And if so, how likely would it be to lose stability and turn the wearer into a really long skidmark on the ground? I think I may try to explore these questions. Anyone with further insight, prior experience, or materials to volunteer, please comment!
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I have no experience in such endeavors, however, I would assist if possible and would have to be present for the testing. I am rather handy at putting things together.
I have confidence in you but yet, I'll let someone else have the honor of trying out your invention. I will be on hand to call 911, however.
'Tis very easy to imagine that such a contraption would work, but I fear that this might end badly; I am reminded of episodes of the RoadRunner, where the coyote jumps off of the side of a beautiful New Mexico-orange rock, and whose propellers bend upwards, and he zips to the bottom of the ravine, ending in a silent plop and a cloud of dust. But - he live, so you will be fine!
Well, if I ever need to dig a me-shaped hole in the ground, that would actually come in quite handy.
Quite honestly, would be afraid of propelling my butt off. What would be your advice to prevent that from happening?
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