Itty Bitty Flying Machine

Dragon flyer

This looks like a very cool toy. Not only can you fly it in doors, you can attache a little video transmitter so you get a cool, if not stomach turning, point of view from your little aircraft!

The Draganflyer V Ti R/C Helicopter is small and agile at just 30 inches in diameter. This compact flying-masterpiece lifts off effortlessly with its ultra-lightweight carbon-fiber body and stylish lines. Unlike gas-powered or other electric radio-controlled helicopters that are complicated and difficult to fly, ours has been designed for beginners. Our RC helicopter uses a heading-lock yaw gyro which helps simplify flight in all conditions. The Draganflyer V Ti gives you complete control over yaw, pitch, and roll – full aerial maneuverability – using a patented control board that is so elegant it uses 95% fewer parts than conventional helicopters. The Draganflyer V Ti comes as a complete package requiring a simple, quick, and straightforward assembly of only 30 minutes.

Dragan Flyer V – New Version!
helicopter, R/C, toys, cool

Catfish For Dinner Again?

Mummmm, catfish

Yow! That is one huge fish! I used to have a catfish in my aquarium and it grew pretty large, I can see how this sucker could just grow and grow if there was nothing to stop it. It topped out at seven inches long, not anywhere near the six plus feet the Thai fish was. The artical also says that the Mekong River Basin is home to more species of massive fish than any river on Earth, can a National Geographic special be very far off? I hope not, I want to see a special on monster fish!
I wonder if they could deep fry a fish of that size, it’s a popular way to cook fish over there. Quite good if you don’t mind a lot of bones.

Grizzly-sized catfish caught in Thailand

fish, Thailand, huge, food

Home Hydrogen Fueled Rocket

rocket

I think I might have mentioned this a while ago but it’s cool enough that I can do it again.

Hydrogen Fuel Rocket
Now you can generate the fuel of the future and launch a rocket into orbit! The Estes hydrogen fuel technology uses water to generate the hydrogen fuel needed to blast a sleek rocket 200 feet into the sky. This set comes complete with a hydrogen fuel generating launch system, a four-point system check, a remote push-button ignition, propellant crystals, mixing bottle and two ready to fly rockets. Minor assembly acquired. Requires 6 D-size alkaline batteries – sold separately. Recommended for ages 10 and up with adult supervision for those under 12.

  • Length: Launch Platform: 20.5 in. (52 cm); Helicopter Rocket: 11 in. (28 cm); Bounce Rocket: 11 in. (28 cm)
  • Recovery: Helicopter and bounce
  • Fins: Plastic and foam
  • Maximum Altitude: 200 ft. (61 M)
  • Notes: Requires 6 D-size alkaline batteries – not included

Estes Hydrogen Fuel Rocket

rockets, hobby, hydrogen, aerospace, kids