When I saw your left hand, I was so inspired because someone who has a hand like you can be so crafty but most people with perfect hands will not be able to do crap with a knife and some craft material. Thank you very much for not only making this instructive video, but also giving me a reason to put some faith back in humanity.
Ed, I have to say, Disability is in the ones looking on. My Dad was severely disabled during WW1. He tout us at a young age, " no such word as CAN'T" you sir prove this. Keep them coming.....
its 2020 and Ive just seen this which is Fantastic. How on earth does 37 idiots get hold of your video and dislike it. This is the cheapest way to build your own parachute, hands down. Thanks
This is super nice. I needed a parachute for an emergency rescue parachute for my multi-rotor. This is fantastic for saving a multirotor going into free fall.
A great idea is to go to a dollar store and buy a small umbrella .Just take all the steel parts off and tie all the ends to string and you have a cheap parchute. They come in cool colors too .Just a quick way to make it. thanks for the video.
I made one from a golf umbrella and a 12" GI-Joe pilot figure, I made the pilots parachute harness from white shoe laces, snaps and hooks , looked good and worked great.
Nice job Ed... I've been using the plastic bags from Target/Kmart/Walmart and such. Everything's the same except I tape kite string to the bag and use a fishing swivel to tie all the lines together, works great... except when the parachutes are tucked together for a day or two, they tend to, um, drive to the ground REAL fast. Otherwise if I just fold them soft like your second way all works great. I may have to try this... Thanks for sharing... AGAIN!!! jerry
Very good your alternative to a parachute and I really liked even so consider a good idea what I'm going to ask, but what would you think of taking advantage of the fabric of a discarded umbrella? I've done it with great results.
So I finished the 60 inch... It is a lot bigger than I imagined. Looks great though! Thanks for the video! Now to find a way to rig my plane for the drop.
I just make up most of it, and test it by trial and error. I did once do a lot of small model rocketry, Estes stuff only. I was a skydiver for a few years and did 1000 jumps, so I learned a lot about parachute physics and behavior in that sport.
As a kid we use to take a large garbage bag and open it up,cut out a circle then use the small strings inside the chord ,tied about every 4in around then tied all at the bottom,bad thing about that is it would tangle.nice job on the video
A soldering iron on low to mid heat does well with heat shrink tubing & tape too. If the iron does burn the materials you are using for you parachutes it will make a hole but not set it ablaze. Nice video tutorial. I'll have to try this out!
Sorry I spoke before I checked and saw you had the release video. And oh hell yes im gona try lol. You make things easy and fun and most of all, legit/flyable.
Can't think of an alternative, except for sewing. Be sure to use pretty hot glue and get it down very intimately between the netting and onto the nylon canopy. Mine have worked for dozens of deployments with no detachment. Anything radical you're doing? High speed drops?
Have you considered putting a small hole in the parachute at the top? It will stop the wobble and stabilize the chute so it falls strait a hole the size of a silver dollar would be best you can adjust the size for each parachute size.
Well, life is short and there are may bumps in the road, but you can't let them slow you down too much. It's interesting though how having a bum hand has made me use my head more to make up for the loss of dexterity, so I have to think of more inventive ways to do things. The mind is very resilient - my approach to these things is just to go for it and know it will happen.
Agreed, I would also go with sewn seams, either heavy-duty netting or proper lines. I'm sure there's a formula out there somewhere but 72" canopy comes to mind as being able to slow that plane down to a relatively non-lethal speed, though I'm sure it would get damaged. But I would check that out further, don't trust me.
@RCPrairieFlyyer I actually tried sewing it and it was a disaster. The tulle mesh gets all caught up in the machine. I was told you could sew it through paper, or use an attachment called a "serger", but for my $.10 and 2 minutes, the hot glue works pretty well.
For controlled descent of something sensitive, like a camera, I would say 200g for the small and 500g for the large. Of course you can put more or less weight but the falling speed will vary.
Thank you ed. I have just made one of these and it is really easy and works very well. I now need a more suitable plane like your cargo 69. Do you have the plans for it anywhere? Thanks Theydon.
Very nice video. I have a Hubsan quadcopter H109s X4 Pro I was thinking of using your idea and apply the parachute to it. Have you ever put one of your parachutes on a quadcopter? If so how did you go about it? I would think the parachute would sit on top of the drone if you need to deploy it disarm rotors, deploy parachute. Just wondering about if I could use small brushless motor some how connected to my fpv1 transmitter. Any ideas?
This is a parachute application that is very ripe for figuring out! Please let me know how that goes. I just got my first quadrotor and immediately wanted a parachute for it.
I do an apex pull-down that with the 60" parachute, seen in the later videos. I just keep it simple for the little parachutes. I'm a former skydiver as well.
I am riddling on a low weight cheap multicopter solution, I will use my old pilot chute from skydive. it is made frim F-111. Thi will save you packing volume, and has a better chute-characteristic. usually you can also grab them cheap from ebay, from old chutes and skydive systems ;-) or ask the rigger from you next dropzone... :-) but nylon is doing also not too bad.
Awesome tutorial ! I`m building a 91-1/2 " Telemaster FPV plane as I`m writing this. The Telemaster has a trap door under the plane I plan on using for a parachute in case the plane goes off course and gets into trouble over a populated area I can bring it down safely. The weight of the plane will be pushing 15lbs. with FPV equipment, how big of a chute do you think I will need to bring it down safely ? Also I think I`ll be going with sewn on cord instead of the glued on tulle ? Thanks, AJ
I've always made my parachutes out of plastic bags, similar to what you might use in a model rocket (as shown on my channel), but they don't look nearly as cool as yours. Thanks for sharing.
@usarmyfl1 Thanks man, I'm glad you like 'em. My problem is I like to make all my stuff from scratch, so many companies would have a hard time figuring out how to sponsor me. Like most of us, I do use quite a bit of HK parts though. For now I really do it just for the enjoyment of getting other guys having more fun and sharing videos and ideas with each other.
@usarmyfl1 Yes, I will go into the pilot/main double chute arrangement in the third video. The release mechanism video is posted. Going to give it a try?
As always excellent video. I really want to start working on getting your designed into CAD. You have more than enough content for me to get going. Unfortunately time is not on my side.
How can I make a parachute that deploys if I have a motor failure and my quad copter flips upside down ? What would I use to deploy the parachute or how can I make it so it knows when to release? Thank u
+JP Michaels I made one using a piece of thin plastic tube about 30mm diameter, put two notches on one end and hooked a couple of rubber bands over the notches, and made a lid from a piece of flat plastic, a simple pin hinge on one side and then hot glued a micro servo on the other side. Using a wire hook i pull rubber bands down through the tube, push parachute in, close lid and activate servo so that the horn swings over the cap to hold it shut. Release by activating servo and if rubber bands are correct tension, it catapults chute out quite well. I only use a small chute to prevent major damage, good insurance.
Does the tulle provide any advantages over traditional string (eg. more drag?) I'm asking because I would think it would take up a lot more space than string.
Also shouldn't there be some more tull to make it easier for the paracute to open completly as the lower amount of tulle seems to pull down on the sides of the parachute causing less air to be caught.
Random Rampage The tulle netting can never tangle, which is the main reason for using it. It's also easy to attach to the parachute, and it's really thin and compact, I would guess about even with string suspension lines.
ExperimentalAirlines Yes, ideally I think you could make a cone of the netting and allow the canopy to expand a bit more, and/or use an apex pull-down line to flatten the canopy. It's mostly a matter of simplifying construction that I just use circle-over-circle netting over nylon. It also folds up neater. Skydiving pilot chutes are this way.
Yes, lost my left thumb, had my left index finger moved over surgically to take its place. Thumbs are very useful to say the least, even a shriveled former finger. Doesn't slow me down too much. See my "Intro to Ed" video for more random details.
It looks all wrong. I am not a parachute rigger...the science and aerodynamics seem just wrong....Is that how it works in the real world? is that how we drop in the military?...I am only asking for clarity.
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When I saw your left hand, I was so inspired because someone who has a hand like you can be so crafty but most people with perfect hands will not be able to do crap with a knife and some craft material. Thank you very much for not only making this instructive video, but also giving me a reason to put some faith back in humanity.
Ed, I have to say, Disability is in the ones looking on. My Dad was severely disabled during WW1. He tout us at a young age, " no such word as CAN'T" you sir prove this. Keep them coming.....
its 2020 and Ive just seen this which is Fantastic. How on earth does 37 idiots get hold of your video and dislike it. This is the cheapest way to build your own parachute, hands down. Thanks
Excellent tutorial. Thanks for posting. Happy experimenting.
Very nice parachute tutorial. I like the fact that all the materials and tools are readily available. Happy flying!
Just finished my first parachute after all these years of watching.
This is super nice. I needed a parachute for an emergency rescue parachute for my multi-rotor. This is fantastic for saving a multirotor going into free fall.
Great stuff, you do a lot for the community Ed! I always wait in anticipation for your next video!
Great stuff. Parachutes a big part of my life. If you slide a nylon ring around the lines up to the canopy you get really cool openings. Enjoy.
Making a 60 inch now... Thanks for the video, I did not realize it was this easy... And cheap.
A great idea is to go to a dollar store and buy a small umbrella .Just take all the steel parts off and tie all the ends to string and you have a cheap parchute. They come in cool colors too .Just a quick way to make it. thanks for the video.
A no sew parachute! You're a genius.
I made one from a golf umbrella and a 12" GI-Joe pilot figure, I made the pilots parachute harness from white shoe laces, snaps and hooks , looked good and worked great.
As a full scale rigger, I approve this message!
Nice job Ed... I've been using the plastic bags from Target/Kmart/Walmart and such. Everything's the same except I tape kite string to the bag and use a fishing swivel to tie all the lines together, works great... except when the parachutes are tucked together for a day or two, they tend to, um, drive to the ground REAL fast. Otherwise if I just fold them soft like your second way all works great. I may have to try this... Thanks for sharing... AGAIN!!! jerry
Very good your alternative to a parachute and I really liked even so consider a good idea what I'm going to ask, but what would you think of taking advantage of the fabric of a discarded umbrella? I've done it with great results.
So I finished the 60 inch... It is a lot bigger than I imagined. Looks great though! Thanks for the video! Now to find a way to rig my plane for the drop.
I just make up most of it, and test it by trial and error. I did once do a lot of small model rocketry, Estes stuff only. I was a skydiver for a few years and did 1000 jumps, so I learned a lot about parachute physics and behavior in that sport.
Awesome Video! Thank you for taking the time to make such an excellent tutorial!
As a kid we use to take a large garbage bag and open it up,cut out a circle then use the small strings inside the chord ,tied about every 4in around then tied all at the bottom,bad thing about that is it would tangle.nice job on the video
A soldering iron on low to mid heat does well with heat shrink tubing & tape too. If the iron does burn the materials you are using for you parachutes it will make a hole but not set it ablaze. Nice video tutorial. I'll have to try this out!
Sorry I spoke before I checked and saw you had the release video. And oh hell yes im gona try lol. You make things easy and fun and most of all, legit/flyable.
Can't think of an alternative, except for sewing. Be sure to use pretty hot glue and get it down very intimately between the netting and onto the nylon canopy. Mine have worked for dozens of deployments with no detachment. Anything radical you're doing? High speed drops?
Excellent video that will allow me to deploy my camera with more confidence. Thanks very much!
Have you considered putting a small hole in the parachute at the top? It will stop the wobble and stabilize the chute so it falls strait a hole the size of a silver dollar would be best you can adjust the size for each parachute size.
Great stuff. The cord is also called 550 cord, same thing. We used it for everything in the Army.
Well, life is short and there are may bumps in the road, but you can't let them slow you down too much. It's interesting though how having a bum hand has made me use my head more to make up for the loss of dexterity, so I have to think of more inventive ways to do things. The mind is very resilient - my approach to these things is just to go for it and know it will happen.
Agreed, I would also go with sewn seams, either heavy-duty netting or proper lines. I'm sure there's a formula out there somewhere but 72" canopy comes to mind as being able to slow that plane down to a relatively non-lethal speed, though I'm sure it would get damaged. But I would check that out further, don't trust me.
Thank you. It's very simple and robust konstruction.
Where did you learn all this sir? your videos are my favorite and are very interesting projects like this one. Do you do some rocketry?
Great video Ed! Can't wait to make some of these.
I am familiar with the apex vent principle and it does work great. For these little parachutes I just tried to keep it simple.
Yeah man, that's a beast! Hope to see what heavy cargo you're dropping with that one.
very nice you could even make small man for the parachute very nicely done mate love it
@RCPrairieFlyyer I actually tried sewing it and it was a disaster. The tulle mesh gets all caught up in the machine. I was told you could sew it through paper, or use an attachment called a "serger", but for my $.10 and 2 minutes, the hot glue works pretty well.
Brilliant Ed...thank you for making that request happen!
For controlled descent of something sensitive, like a camera, I would say 200g for the small and 500g for the large. Of course you can put more or less weight but the falling speed will vary.
Excuse me, if you told it on the video, but my english is not too good. How many weight can hold these parachutes? 30" and 60"?
Thank you ed. I have just made one of these and it is really easy and works very well. I now need a more suitable plane like your cargo 69. Do you have the plans for it anywhere?
Thanks
Theydon.
Thanks for all your videos, great stuff.
Have you tried using a drogue with this?
Besides looking cool it might help deployment?
Nice job! I already created one of these! Thanks man! I'ts work! :D (Sorry for bad english!)
I think realistically, honestly, if you keep these videos up, some rc company will sponsor you in some way. Your very clever.
Very nice video. I have a Hubsan quadcopter H109s X4 Pro I was thinking of using your idea and apply the parachute to it. Have you ever put one of your parachutes on a quadcopter? If so how did you go about it? I would think the parachute would sit on top of the drone if you need to deploy it disarm rotors, deploy parachute. Just wondering about if I could use small brushless motor some how connected to my fpv1 transmitter. Any ideas?
I used a gulf umbrella with shroud lines and white shoe laces for a harness for a 12" GI Joe pilot.
This is a parachute application that is very ripe for figuring out! Please let me know how that goes. I just got my first quadrotor and immediately wanted a parachute for it.
Thank you for your video we have made your parachute and it works great !!!!!! Thanks
Thanks for the how to. I drop G.I. Joe from my ultralight with your setup. Mind if I link to your video for others who want to make one?
I do an apex pull-down that with the 60" parachute, seen in the later videos. I just keep it simple for the little parachutes. I'm a former skydiver as well.
I am riddling on a low weight cheap multicopter solution, I will use my old pilot chute from skydive. it is made frim F-111. Thi will save you packing volume, and has a better chute-characteristic. usually you can also grab them cheap from ebay, from old chutes and skydive systems ;-) or ask the rigger from you next dropzone... :-) but nylon is doing also not too bad.
Awesome tutorial ! I`m building a 91-1/2 " Telemaster FPV plane as I`m writing this. The Telemaster has a trap door under the plane I plan on using for a parachute in case the plane goes off course and gets into trouble over a populated area I can bring it down safely. The weight of the plane will be pushing 15lbs. with FPV equipment, how big of a chute do you think I will need to bring it down safely ? Also I think I`ll be going with sewn on cord instead of the glued on tulle ? Thanks, AJ
I've always made my parachutes out of plastic bags, similar to what you might use in a model rocket (as shown on my channel), but they don't look nearly as cool as yours. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for this. Very informative.
Nice work friend keep it up
Thank you for sharing. Nice videos!
@usarmyfl1 Thanks man, I'm glad you like 'em. My problem is I like to make all my stuff from scratch, so many companies would have a hard time figuring out how to sponsor me. Like most of us, I do use quite a bit of HK parts though. For now I really do it just for the enjoyment of getting other guys having more fun and sharing videos and ideas with each other.
Awesome !!! ive been buying all my troopers from the hobby shops Till now haha thanks and Blue Skies
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That sounds like a blast, but I probably wouldn't recommend it. Nice!
Can you show us how you make the drogue chute too, and the release mechanism you use?
yeah im going to sew it and i just use them to fold and throw but when i fold it to throw it the hot glue rips apart. thanks for the reply
You recommend sewing the seam instead of hot glue?
the hot glue doesnt really work too well... is there any thing else i could do to make it more reliable that is doesnt rip off? please reply
@usarmyfl1 Yes, I will go into the pilot/main double chute arrangement in the third video. The release mechanism video is posted. Going to give it a try?
As always excellent video. I really want to start working on getting your designed into CAD. You have more than enough content for me to get going. Unfortunately time is not on my side.
I actually get it at a fabric store. I've never bought it online. Any decent sized fabric store will have it.
What sort of weight would this hold?
Great video, but what happened to your left hand?
How can I make a parachute that deploys if I have a motor failure and my quad copter flips upside down ? What would I use to deploy the parachute or how can I make it so it knows when to release? Thank u
+JP Michaels
I made one using a piece of thin plastic tube about 30mm diameter, put two notches on one end and hooked a couple of rubber bands over the notches, and made a lid from a piece of flat plastic, a simple pin hinge on one side and then hot glued a micro servo on the other side. Using a wire hook i pull rubber bands down through the tube, push parachute in, close lid and activate servo so that the horn swings over the cap to hold it shut. Release by activating servo and if rubber bands are correct tension, it catapults chute out quite well. I only use a small chute to prevent major damage, good insurance.
Can I get links for both fabrics? I can't seem to find them for less than $20(combined).
Does the tulle provide any advantages over traditional string (eg. more drag?) I'm asking because I would think it would take up a lot more space than string.
Also shouldn't there be some more tull to make it easier for the paracute to open completly as the lower amount of tulle seems to pull down on the sides of the parachute causing less air to be caught.
Random Rampage The tulle netting can never tangle, which is the main reason for using it. It's also easy to attach to the parachute, and it's really thin and compact, I would guess about even with string suspension lines.
ExperimentalAirlines Yes, ideally I think you could make a cone of the netting and allow the canopy to expand a bit more, and/or use an apex pull-down line to flatten the canopy. It's mostly a matter of simplifying construction that I just use circle-over-circle netting over nylon. It also folds up neater. Skydiving pilot chutes are this way.
How much weight can one of these roughly take?
Can you post a link to the garment liner? I can't seem to find what I'm looking for
Can these materials be purchased at Walmart?
Whats the range of weight of your payload for best drop results?
And I subbed keep the good work going
More awesomeness!
do you have a link for an online site for this fabric???
Thank you very much for this video!
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Do you have a link to the Garment Liner?
Goddamnit now I wish I had the Hype ''U can fly''
Helo admin , can U heip me, i want some documents for designing a parachute for my UAV. thanks U.
I call it the RC-69, which I totally made up. It's most like a C-123 in real life, but it's not truly scale.
Yes, lost my left thumb, had my left index finger moved over surgically to take its place. Thumbs are very useful to say the least, even a shriveled former finger. Doesn't slow me down too much. See my "Intro to Ed" video for more random details.
Sweet!
@coolwaterhubby The bridle passes through the main chute, on to the pilot. I will detail this in an upcoming "rigging" video.
thanks, thats nice!!!
Thank you...!
Thank you!!!!!!!!
what is the name of that plane
were can i get an airplane like the ones he is using
See you on LiveLeak.
12:29 thats how i pck them for my rockets never fails!
What happened to cuzs hand
i used to have sheets that was made of that same stuff ha ha ha ha shinny and burgondy
I'm making a parachute out of a tshirt and wool for a friend
It looks all wrong. I am not a parachute rigger...the science and aerodynamics seem just wrong....Is that how it works in the real world? is that how we drop in the military?...I am only asking for clarity.
See the video on this channel "Introduction: Ed @ Experimental Airlines".
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Check my channel, it's there.