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MIZMO - A Blended Wing Body (BWB) Flying Wing

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3D model description

Mizmo is intended for experienced builders/pilots with extensive knowledge in building slope sailplanes. Although not required, builder is recommended to have experience with Cura slicer and modifier.

This design is intended for Cura. It's possible to port this design to other slicers but not recommended. Please review free manual before printing.

 

Revision History

 

⦁ (05/20/2023) Optional Update: snap-on cover for RX/battery compartment

- File Name: option_05_20_2023.zip
- Notes: The snap-on "tab" is intentionally oversized. Reduce the size of the "tap" to have a snug fit.

MIZMO - A BLENDED WING BODY (BWB) FLYING WING

RCGroups Thread:

https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?4188613-Manta-3-0-A-3D-printed-LFC-Flying-Wing

Flight Video:

(1) Mizmo Maiden 


 

(2) Manta & Mizmo - On a Light Wind Day
 

(3) Manta & Mizmo Flight Report
 

Description

Mizmo is developed based on Gen1 and Gen2 Manta Flying Wing planform with the addition of Blended Wing Body (BWB) to achieve a low drag, light weight and good energy retention for slope soaring.

Design & Construction

⦁ Planform: BWB body + Manta Wing planform
⦁ Body/Fuselage airfoil: Geode's wide body BWB airfoil
⦁ Wing airfoil: PW modified, transitional with aerodynamic washout
⦁ Fully 3D printed with regular PLA
⦁ One digital design with local modifiers for unlimited number of variants

Mizmo Vital (Standard Variant)

⦁ Span - 48 in (120 cm)
⦁ Area - 320 in2 (20.7 dm2)
⦁ Mass – 24 oz (680 g)
⦁ Loading – 10.8 oz/ft2 (32.9 g/dm2)

3D printing settings

See Free Manual & Test File for details

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