The Muecke, name driven from mosquito, is a concept single seater easily transportable lightweight helicopter which is actually a combination of lower weight and fewer flying costs. The design comprises three stands instead of wheels to balance the chopper when grounded and a short tail without the conventional rotor. This small chopper will meet the need of ultimate personal aviation, proposed to be powered through a turbine driven by the shaft and features counter rotating blades. Therefore, a tail rotor is no longer required for this chopper to change directions; rather it utilizes the movable paddles at the tilt of the rotor blades. With the production of this helicopter, the recreational aviation market surely will boost up to an extraordinary level.
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This new sanctuary concept has been derived from the earthquake that struck Indian Ocean in 2004 which was responsible for death of more than 400 Swedish nationals. Being inspired by this tragedy, Industri Standard design firm has come up with sanctuary which can be termed to be a solution for the future national calamities. This compact and lightweight shelter has been developed by Dupont Tyvek, the shelter is moisture repelling, water and chemical resistant while also being recyclable as it is made out of biodegradable material and environmental friendly. Of course, this sanctuary concept is a practical solution for today’s problems.
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After design concept cars, here comes a designer helicopter. French fashion company Hermès has joined hands with Eurocopter, to create l’helicoptre par hermès, which would be a luxury helicopter. It was unveiled at the national business aviation association’s conference in Atlanta in 2007. The same was designed by Italian designer Gabriele Pezzini along with specialists from both houses. The basic idea was to design the same for a usual business man who can use the same for his travel. The base model is EC135 of eurocopter, which is lightweight and can be used for various purposes. So what are you waiting for just fly off!
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