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Old 03-08-2012, 10:42 AM
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Default RE: DUCTED FANS

Computer fans have low pitch and a very large hub, so small actual working blades to allow high air flow. The Axiflow for 1/2A(.049/.051)gave reasonable airflow but the Cox engine couldn't produce enough rpm for real high performance compared to what electric can achieve now with 40000+ rpm. DF is still possible for very light free flight models as was done in the 50's in the UK.