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Modular Testing Platforms (MTPs)
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Overview  
The MTPs where the first scratch built powerd rc airplanes on the show. They taught Trent a lot about the most basic elements of the RC world; CG, angle of incidence, control surface orientation, power systems, etc. While not very successful platforms, they were the tools that helped define build and design processes.

 
Specs  
Wingspan - 48 - 54 in.
Weight - 600 grams
Cruise Speed - 30 MPH
Max Speed - 60 MPH
 
Equipment List  
Base Equipment-
Battery: 2200 mAh 3S 30C from 
HobbyPartz
Servos: T-Pro 9G from HobbyPartz
Motor: Optima 1800kv 450 Brushless from HobbyPartz
ESC: 30A Exceed RC from HobbyPartz
Prop: 8x4e from HobbyKing
 
Plans & Build Videos  
MTP1.pdf
MTP2.pdf
MTP3.pdf

 
Related Videos
Episode 13 - Designing the MTP
Episode 14 - Building the MTP
Episode 15 - Building the MTP part 2
Episode 16 - MTP's Maiden Flight!
Episode 17 - Flight and Next Steps
Episode 18 - MTP Crash
Episode 20 - Building the MTP II
Episode 21 - Completing the MTP II
Episode 22 - Successful MTP Maiden Flight!!!
Episode 23 - Improving and Flying the MTP2
Episode 24 - Deadly Speed Records
Episode 25 - MTP3 Build Update
Episode 26 - Propeller Testing
Episode 29 - MTP3 Maiden Flight
Episode 30 - MTP3 Flight and the GeekStar

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