| Helicopter "camera ships": Part 2 | - Heli Cameraships 2 |
- from http://www.bergenrc.com/Observer.php Specifications:
Description: The Bergen R/C Helicopters Observer is a dedicated Camera Ship. Based on our popular Intrepid Gas mechanics, the reliable Zenoah G26 engine, and 800 mm NHP blades, we have added a front mounted pan and tilt system to give you a machine capable of lifting up to an 8 lb useful payload of camera equipment and radio gear. Putting the camera equipment on the front keeps you from having to utilize a tall landing gear and the inherent problems associated with it. A front mounted camera also allows you a clear 270-degree field of view, and the pan and tilt system is vibration isolated from the mechanics with 4 heavy duty isolators to give you the clearest pictures possible. The Observer uses G10 stacked frames and a torque tube drive tail. It also comes with all the standard features from the Intrepid line of helicopters, including a self aligning clutch system with a factory installed clutch liner, a triple bearing block supporting the drive pinion and start shaft, a 10mm fully hardened hollow main shaft, an all aluminum head and blade grips, and an aluminum push-pull control system designed to eliminate any swash plate interaction through the full range of travel. The 16 oz. fuel tank provides a flying time of approximately 25 minutes. Bergen R/C will build and test fly your Observer for an additional fee. Then all that is left for you is to install your camera equipment, and you are ready to start your own business taking aerial photographs. See http://www.bergenrc.com/Observer.php for more options.
- from http://www.bergenrc.com/ObserverTwin.php Specifications:
Description: The Bergen R/C Helicopters Twin Observer is a dedicated Camera Ship. Based on our popular Intrepid Gas mechanics, the reliable Zenoah/Bergen G52 engine, and 810 mm V-Blades, we have added a front mounted pan and tilt system to give you a machine capable of lifting up to 20 lb useful payload of camera equipment and radio gear. Putting the camera equipment on the front keeps you from having to utilize a tall landing gear and the inherent problems associated with it. A front mounted camera also allows you a clear 270 degree field of view, and the pan and tilt system is vibration isolated from the mechanics with 4 heavy -duty isolators to give you the clearest picture possible. The Twin Observer uses G10 stacked frames and a torque tube drive on the tail. It also comes with all the standard features from the Intrepid line of helicopters, including a self aligning clutch system with a factory installed clutch liner, a triple bearing block supporting the drive pinion and start shaft, a 10mm fully hardened hollow main shaft, an all aluminum head and blade grips, and an aluminum push-pull control system designed to eliminate any swash plate interaction through the full range of travel. The 32 oz. fuel tank provides a flying time of approximately 30 minutes. See http://www.bergenrc.com/ObserverTwin.php for more options.
- from http://www.bergenrc.com/ObserverTurbine.php Specifications:
Description: The Bergen R/C Helicopters Turbine Observer is a dedicated Camera Ship. Based on our popular Intrepid Gas mechanics, the reliable and powerful Wren MW 54 Turbine Heli Engine, and 890 MAH Hi Lift Blades, we have added a front mounted pan and tilt system to give you a machine capable of lifting up to 40 lb useful payload of camera equipment and radio gear. The camera mount is capable of supporting up to 10 lbs total, including camera, batteries, and downlink equipment. Putting the camera equipment on the front keeps you from having to utilize a tall landing gear and the inherent problems associated with it. A front mounted camera also allows you a clear 270-degree field of view, and the pan and tilt system is vibration isolated from the mechanics with 5 heavy duty isolators to give you the clearest picture possible. The Turbine Observer uses G10 stacked frames and a torque tube drive on the tail. It also comes with all the standard features from the Intrepid line of helicopters, including a self aligning double stacked clutch system, Double stacked Main Gear, a triple bearing block supporting the drive pinion and start shaft, a 10mm fully hardened hollow main shaft, an all aluminum head and blade grips, and an aluminum push-pull control system designed to eliminate any swash plate interaction through the full range of travel. What this means is a reliable and stable platform for your camera gear. The dual 33 oz. fuel tanks plus a single 22 oz. tank provides a flying time of approximately 40 minutes. This helicopter is pre-built and test flown by Bergen R/C prior to delivery. Your radio gear is requested, or can be purchased through us. See http://www.bergenrc.com/ObserverTurbine.php for more options.
Bergen Intrepid Gasser helicopter in the Great Planes Real Flight Version 4 Expansion Pack 1 flight simulator. From http://www.realflight.com/gallery/gpmz4111/gasserag01-lg.jpg
Above photograph and text from http://www.modelhelicopters.co.uk/acatalog/HeliKits_Century.html CN1041A : Century Swift 16 Electric Helicopter Setting new standards in large electrics, the Swift will outperform the competition with lightning speed. The main shaft is 10mm and hollow making it ultra light. The control system is none other than the very precise 120 degree eCCPM found in the Predator & Raven with a rear mounted rudder servo. The Swift will also feature a belt drive and built-in autorotation system. The horizontal fins and vertical fins are made slim and exotic resulting in additional weight savings. The main frames were built with weight reduction and structural rigidity in mind. The helicopter with motor and servos as configured weighs in at a mere 3.4lbs. With it's lightweight components and instantaneous electric power, the Swift has earned it's named which was derived from the world's fastest species of birds. Deal includes: Kit, Brushless motor and 60 amp controller. Specifications:
Midland Helicopter part number: CN1041A Price: £ 229.78 on 10 December 2007 Price: £ 269.99 including VAT at 17.5% on 10 December 2007
- from http://www.modelhelicopters.co.uk/acatalog/HeliKits_Hirobo.html The SST Eagle II-GS helicopter has a shaft driven tail rotor and is powered by a 24cc petrol engine. Five servos are required, together with a four channel (or more) radio transmitter.
Thanks to James Hurr for suggesting this helicopter, and providing the above information. Main features
- from http://model.hirobo.co.jp/english/index.html Midland Helicopter part number: 0404-964 Price: £ 919.14 on 9 December 2007 Price: £ 1,079.99 including VAT at 17.5% on 9 December 2007
- from http://www.modelhelicopters.co.uk/acatalog/HeliKits_Jr.html JR Voyager GSR 260 The JR Voyager GSR 260 includes a larger Zenoah G260PUH pull start petrol engine. The frames are of 2 mm (upper) and 3 mm (lower) duralumin. At this moment in time this model is only available with an extended undercarriage, as such it makes a very stable camera ship for either still of video aerial photography.
- from http://ascl.kaist.ac.kr Features
- from http://ascl.kaist.ac.kr
Images from http://www.macgregor.co.uk/jr_heli/gsr260.htm
Midland helicopters part number: JRH88157 Price: £ 991.48 on 9 December 2007 Price: £ 1,164.99 including V.A.T. at 17.5% on 9 December 2007
- from http://www.vario-helicopter.de
Our aim was to produce a flying mechanical system with two-stage reduction gearbox, able to exploit the full power of a petrol engine. Excellent flight handling in every situation was also required. The result is the VARIO Benzin Trainer, with a reduction ratio of 9,1 : 1 .
The agile Benzin Trainer is designed for the 23 cc Zenoah engine, with integral cooling fan. This engine has been specially modified to suit the VARIO Benzin Trainer and Petrol Mechanics. The engine produces its maximum power at a speed of around 9,500 - 10,500 rpm. Fuel required is an oil/petrol mixture of 1 : 40 The petrol engine features an integral pull-cord starter and cooling fan, which draws cooling air precisely over the cylinder head.
Model helicopters are now employed increasingly for industrial tasks, e.g. for aerial photography using still and video cameras. Our petrol trainer, especially the version with 1780 mm rotor diameter, is an excellent choice for such special purposes. The picture below show this model carrying a professional, separately controlled, camera frame made by the French company Survey-Copter. Here you will find tailor-made solutions to your commercial aerial photography problems.
"Its gas-powered counterpart, the NRI Express G, is a bit more powerful, capable of carrying ten pounds of payload for 90 minutes. It is based on the Vario Benzin Trainer helicopter – one of the most proven airframes in the industry. Coupled with our proven flight control system, you have the ultimate solution for aerial operation." - from http://www.neural-robotics.com/Products/Express.html
- from http://www.miniatureaircraftusa.com/support/brochures/X-Cell %20Spectra-G%20Brochure.pdf
- from http://www.rotomotion.com/datasheets/SR20_uav_sheet.pdf
The $ 16,000 Rotomotion SR20 helicopter camera ship. For larger Rotomotion helicopters, see the Rotomotion web site at http://www.rotomotion.com/prd_UAV.html
Rotomotion helicopter used by the University of Bristol in their DTC SEAS work. |
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