Moving Parts In KSP2 Must See : Audaylon Bearing: Working Helicopter Updated

[Madishmike]

Hey Everyone, you have to check out Audaylon on Youtube. https://www.youtube.com/@Audaylon 

Really is impressive that he has managed to build a working hub bearing.

I was so impressed with this and had to share with you guys and maybe take up the challenge of building a plane with working rotor or maybe even a helicopter 

As far as I know, no one has created a rotating bearing in ksp2 until now.

Certainly is next level design imo and thinking out the box design.

Here is a link to his paddle boat using the hub bearing design:

For anyone who fancies a go at creating something that uses the Audaylon wheel bearing, here is the video tutorial on how to build it

 

Edited January 21, 2024 by Madishmike

[Kerbart]

No feathering paddles?

[Madishmike]

8 minutes ago, Kerbart said:

No feathering paddles?

Probably a easy fix I was just so impressed with the rotating hubs. Never know it might make it possible to build a helicopter 

[Audaylon]

It functions because the jets produce thrust off of objects.  The Red Paddles are for show.  The real treat is that @Madishmike has IMPROVED on my methods.  I'm currently trying to utilize his ideas.  Him and OG. 

[Madishmike]

OG has come up with a helicopter design that is close to working. Great job OG

 

Edited January 18, 2024 by Madishmike

[Madishmike]

My first attempt at the Aldaylon wheel bearing. Long way off yet but promising results so far

 

[Madishmike]

OG ( Original Grahamster) has done it. The first flying helicopter using the Audaylon wheel bearing!

Well done OG and Great work!

Here is his video of his epic helicopter:

I wonder what is next for the Audaylon bearing

[Audaylon]

I think we can officially call it the OG Copter.

I want him to share it on KSP builds.

[Madishmike]

45 minutes ago, Audaylon said:

I think we can officially call it the OG Copter.

I want him to share it on KSP builds.

Haha yes. That's a good idea. There is a craft share here too but doesn't count the downloads unfortunately.

[Audaylon]

4 hours ago, Madishmike said:

There is a craft share here too

Yes, I'll take either as I can't figure out how he did the vertical spin so smooth, I was/am struggling. 

[Original Grahamster]

Hey there all!

By popular demand (literally just one person), I'm sharing the file for my working helicopter design.

Note that the words "working" and "helicopter" are both used somewhat loosely, "sometimes-working manned rotary-winged craft" would be more accurate.

Enjoy!

https://kspbuilds.com/build/b608d822-5874-4a96-9809-81f7b9

[Madishmike]

Audaylon has taken the helicopter to the next level and now has a stable non rotating body.

This is a great achievement!