Festo SmartInversion_2

SmartInversion is a helium-filled flying object that moves through the air by turning inside-out. This constant, rhythmically pulsating movement is known as inversion and gives the flight model its name.

Further information: http://www.festo.com/en/smartinversion

SmartInversion ist ein mit Helium gefülltes Flugobjekt, das sich durch seine eigene Umstülpung fortbewegt. Die endlose, rhythmisch pulsierende Umstülpbewegung wird Inversion genannt und verleiht dem Flugmodell seinen Namen.

Mehr Informationen: http://www.festo.com/de/smartinversion

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  Science & Technology

[GiveMeClarity]

I watched this 3 times... still have no idea how it flies.

Leonardo would cry if he saw this.

[Thomas Canavan]

what does it do? does it help us in anyway or just look cool?

[kejorafall]

helium is rare.. so this isnt "green"

kill jooooy ,,, yeah yeah.. i know

[kejorafall]

looks cool, and owning one of those will makes you cool

and being cool.. is helpful

[Brandon Lisik]

I want to shoot it with lasers and high res video!

[Celeon999A]

Attach some very bright LEDs to its edges , let it fly outdoors at one night and you will trigger a massive wave of UFO reports. :-D

[voctier]

Helium. It is lighter than air, so it floats. The rotating movement kind of makes it paddle through the air. And yes, I think he would cry tears of joy and amazement. :)

[voctier]

Building this thing gave us a better understanding of aerodynamics. While it may not have a purpose, it certainly is a stepping stone for greater things to come. What will these be? Who knows, we will see ...

[Robert Phan]

inspiration for more fuel efficient flying air crafts or space ship in the future.

[Copar Aingeal]

Amazing and so hypnotic!

[Paulo Bruning]

helium-filled

[Little Penguin]

i got nothing