Catapult launch of experimental flying wing UAV

Catapult launch and autonomous takeoff of fixed-wing drone with 2.2 meters (7.2ft) wingspan.
Interesting deformations of the aluminium rods were observed using slow motion which were impossible to see with naked eye.
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[@tituan9152]

Hi! Do you sell these catapults separately? Can I order one?

[@fragaX]

Hi TITUAN, yes you can order a catapult. Order per email: info (at) fragax.com

[@BHARGAV_GAJJAR]

Jack Northrop would probably be very happy in the heaven if he could see this video

[@vymalek]

how do you set the mount on the plant, is it separate or build with the plane or just clip and go ?

[@fragaX]

The D2 UAV has two reenforced holes on the fuselage. The trolley has two vertical pins slightly bend in the direction of the motion. You click the fuselage to the trolley. The pins transfer the elastic power but at the end the trolley stops and the UAV continues and leaves the catapult since the bended pins cannot stop it.

[@TheBarrettrussell]

are there any plans for this available? @fragaX

[@fragaX]

Hi Barrett, we are currently manufacturing the D3 and D3-B for clients in the surveying and mapping business. Therefore, the flying wing is on hold. If you are interested in this drone or bungee catapult write us an email at [e-mail] to discuss how we can help.

[@sameerg5972]

What is the catapult powered by?

[@fragaX]

Elastic bands