Project Canard: 3D-Printed A $97 MANPAD Rocket Launcher
Posted by freedomforall 1 day, 8 hours ago to Technology
Excerpt:
"A viral video circulating on X appears to show a young developer unveiling a 3D-printed proof-of-concept prototype of a shoulder-fired surface-to-air missile system, or MANPADS, built for less than $100.
According to the project page on GitHub, the five-minute video showcases a "proof-of-concept prototype of a low-cost rocket launcher and guided rocket system built using consumer electronics and 3D-printed components.""
"A viral video circulating on X appears to show a young developer unveiling a 3D-printed proof-of-concept prototype of a shoulder-fired surface-to-air missile system, or MANPADS, built for less than $100.
According to the project page on GitHub, the five-minute video showcases a "proof-of-concept prototype of a low-cost rocket launcher and guided rocket system built using consumer electronics and 3D-printed components.""
All Comments
- 1Posted by mccannon01 7 minutes agoI suspect Elon Musk is raising an eyebrow and smiling. The lad's future is assured.| Permalink
- 1Posted by Dobrien 12 hours, 48 minutes agoThank you FFA , IS the 3d printer critical in this prototype ? the other components appear to be able to be purchased for relatively cheap and are crucial .| Permalink
