Propeller Configuration

During these sets of trials, our team utilized 4 different propellor configurations: 2 pullers moving forward then 2 pushers traveling backwards, 2 pullers moving forward and 2 pushing moving backwards but using smaller propellors, 1 pusher and 1 puller working simultaneously moving forward and backwards, and 1 pushing going forward and 1 pulling going backward running at about 1.5x the base speed of the others.

Data tables:

PLEASE NOTE: “Run 1 Good” = 2 Pushers/Pullers, “Run 2” = 1 Pusher, 1 Puller,

“Run 3” = 1 Pusher/Puller

It should be noted that the graphs of 2 pushers/pullers with smaller propellers are not shown due to the fact that the vehicle did not move under these conditions. With that option out of the way, the team has narrowed their choices down to a single option, which is using 2 pusher/pullers. Using these as our configuration allows for a reliable travel distance and a reliable power breaking distance, which would ultimately allow for the team to complete their objectives efficiently.