Mb-11 Propeller Propulsion
Aim
To demonstrate that a person can be propelled backwards, by air being propelled forwards.
Apparatus
- Modified Bicycle Trailer
- High Velocity Leaf Blower
- Safety Helmet
Description
A person is seated in the modified bicycle trailer, holding a leaf blower that is pointed forward. When the person turns on the leaf blower, the person and bicycle trailer is propelled backwards at a slow speed. The leaf blower is acting in a similar way the propeller on an aircraft would operate. The leaf blower has a small propeller inbuilt inside itself.