Key Takeaways
1. Luis created a drone modeled after the T-65 X-wing Starfighter from Star Wars and took six attempts to achieve a working version.
2. The drone’s top speed is 216 km/h (134 mph), which is lower than the initially claimed 152 mph and does not match the speed of the Red Bull drone.
3. The flight duration of the drone is approximately 10 minutes.
4. Luis faced design challenges, notably with rotor placement, which he positioned at the tips of the wings instead of closer to the fuselage.
5. The project is open-source, and design files are available on Printables for others to access and use.
DIY YouTuber Luis has shared a new video on his channel, German engineer, showcasing a drone he created that resembles the T-65 X-wing Starfighter from Star Wars. He reported that it took him six tries to finally get a working model of the X-wing.
Drone Design and Speed
The inspiration for this drone’s design came from the Red Bull drone, known for its impressive top speed of 350 km/h. While Luis’s final prototype is indeed fast, it doesn’t quite match that speed. Despite what the YouTube thumbnail suggests and earlier claims of 152 mph, Luis clarified that his drone can reach a maximum speed of 216 km/h (134 mph) and has a flight duration of around 10 minutes.
Design Choices and Open Source
Luis faced some design challenges along the way, one being the rotor placement, which he positioned at the tips of the wings. This is different from the film’s model, which has rotors closer to the fuselage. Additionally, he decided to make the project open-source, allowing others to access the design files on Printables.