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whats the benefit of a single rotor then and why arent we seeing quad rotor configurations for combat or transport helicopters?
by saargrin 6y ago
whats the benefit of a single rotor then and why arent we seeing quad rotor configurations for combat or transport helicopters?
- jlcortex 6y agoThe main reason is that multirotors are a much more recent solution, and they started as small unmanned vehicles because the regulation is much simpler (the requirements for airworthiness certification for multirotors are not standardized yet). But I believe that we will see more and more applications for multirotors in the future. As a concept, they are safer than helicopters, with much simpler mechanics.
- TylerE 6y agoSingle rotors are easier to fly, and more efficient. Also fewer things that can fail. Basically with a quad if you lose any of the 4 engines you're going down. This is much less of an issue with an unmanned aircraft.
- SturgeonsLaw 6y agoWith a single rotor if you lose any of them you're going down too :)