Disney Teases First Nighttime Drone Show


If you ever want to know the future of theme parks, you’ve got to look to the patents. Every ride system and every piece of technology that can be incorporated into an attraction or show first exists as a patent, a dry design with an even drier description that feels like it was specifically designed to sound as boring as possible. It’s a great way to hide in plain sight – to read about exciting theme park advancements that may be on the horizon is to also be bored out of your mind. Continue reading →

Revolutionary Coaxial Drone with Diesel Piston Engine – Optionally Piloted Helicopter

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Turbines have an excellent power to weight ratio and as such are the reason is why they are used for helicopters where weight is a critical factor. Nevertheless, their fuel efficiency compared to diesel piston engines is extremely poor, especially for smaller platforms. The diesel piston engine consumes +/- 60% less fuel compared to a turbine with similar specifications and produces up to 40% less CO2 than standard turbine helicopters. Continue reading →