zekes
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Hello everyone. This is MZP- This project is to build a Rigid Airship, which has not been done in over 80 years.
The mission for the moment is to try and design as fully we can the MZP-1, so that even if we get no funding we can perhaps sell the plans. The actual building and flying of a Zeppelin is a long way off, but I think we can get to that point eventually, even if it isn’t sponsored. Once we have complete build plans we can try to crowd source some funds, maybe get a news article on the project to get attention. I did some research, and no one is building hydrogen gas or rigid airships at the moment, so we currently have an open market, potentially.
So the general idea of the first ship (MZP-1) will be a demonstrator- prove hydrogen works, is cheap, and is feasible to use commonly. the Mk 1 will be, because of money constraint, built with cheap materials such as wood, wire, and cloth, but will use the latest fireproofing materials to ensure safety and prove we can use hydrogen as a lift source. Helium has gotten ridiculously expensive, so this couldmake it much easier to use airships on a small scale. Second, the Mk1 will be as simple as possible because we will be on a limited budget. Most control will be hard-wired, and will have no on board computer system. It will not be designed to go over 500 feet up, nor travel for a huge distance. It is only to show it works/ cruise up and down the coast in short hops. It is also designed to split into 3 parts because it will be hard finding a suitable place to store it. I think we would have a good chance being supported by them if we can bring back Rigid airships to the big hangars. Only problem is the hangars are relatively far from the coast. Another possible hangar space would be the airport, but it is unlikely we could get clearance to fly there. Third option is to just moor it outside constantly, but the elements would wear down the hull.
So here are the specs so far for the Mk 1:
Length: 150 feet
Width: 25 feet
Height: 35 feet (25 not including cabin)
Weight of Frame: <450 lb
Carries: 2 people (1 pilot, 1 passenger/cargo) Max 40 lbs
Gas type: Hydrogen
Powerplants: 2 15HP engines (gasoline)
Gass Cells: 6 Cells, each cylindrical and 20 ft long, 10 foot radius, with double lining of Nitrogen to prevent fire.
-Z
)Hello everyone. This is MZP- This project is to build a Rigid Airship, which has not been done in over 80 years.
The mission for the moment is to try and design as fully we can the MZP-1, so that even if we get no funding we can perhaps sell the plans. The actual building and flying of a Zeppelin is a long way off, but I think we can get to that point eventually, even if it isn’t sponsored. Once we have complete build plans we can try to crowd source some funds, maybe get a news article on the project to get attention. I did some research, and no one is building hydrogen gas or rigid airships at the moment, so we currently have an open market, potentially.
So the general idea of the first ship (MZP-1) will be a demonstrator- prove hydrogen works, is cheap, and is feasible to use commonly. the Mk 1 will be, because of money constraint, built with cheap materials such as wood, wire, and cloth, but will use the latest fireproofing materials to ensure safety and prove we can use hydrogen as a lift source. Helium has gotten ridiculously expensive, so this couldmake it much easier to use airships on a small scale. Second, the Mk1 will be as simple as possible because we will be on a limited budget. Most control will be hard-wired, and will have no on board computer system. It will not be designed to go over 500 feet up, nor travel for a huge distance. It is only to show it works/ cruise up and down the coast in short hops. It is also designed to split into 3 parts because it will be hard finding a suitable place to store it. I think we would have a good chance being supported by them if we can bring back Rigid airships to the big hangars. Only problem is the hangars are relatively far from the coast. Another possible hangar space would be the airport, but it is unlikely we could get clearance to fly there. Third option is to just moor it outside constantly, but the elements would wear down the hull.
So here are the specs so far for the Mk 1:
Length: 150 feet
Width: 25 feet
Height: 35 feet (25 not including cabin)
Weight of Frame: <450 lb
Carries: 2 people (1 pilot, 1 passenger/cargo) Max 40 lbs
Gas type: Hydrogen
Powerplants: 2 15HP engines (gasoline)
Gass Cells: 6 Cells, each cylindrical and 20 ft long, 10 foot radius, with double lining of Nitrogen to prevent fire.
-Z
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