Now control your paper planes with a smartphone app
US-based start-up PowerUp has created paper planes that can be controlled by smartphones. The product includes the main Dart module which provides paper planes' remote control and technology, two plane templates and a guide, all at a cost of $29. Other higher-priced packs also offer additional modules for advanced-level flying. The company has launched a campaign on crowdfunding platform Indiegogo for Dart.
The paper planes can be steered, maneuvered with an app
PowerUp's Dart aims to convert paper planes from simple gliders into powered aircraft that can be controlled with a smartphone app. Notably, the company simply provides a conversion kit that has to be attached to a self-folded paper plane. Once a paper plane is folded and a Dart module is attached to it, users can pair it with their smartphones over Bluetooth.
PowerUp paper planes can fly at 40 km/h
According to PowerUp, "Dart is equipped with a high-speed motor and propeller and a lightweight design. The thrust to weight ratio enables it to perform aerobatic maneuvers, climb vertically and recover from steep descends." Paper planes powered by Dart can achieve a speed of up to 40 km/h. Further, through the app, users can see an artificial horizon and range information as well.
Simply tilt your wrist for turning the paper plane: PowerUp
Explaining the Dart Bluetooth propeller kit that helps steer paper planes with precision, PowerUp said, "Tilt your wrist for simple turns then sequence a few tilts, flicks and speed boosts to pull off a variety of mind-bending aerobatic tricks."
