Mankind Is One Step Closer to the Real Life Iron Man Jetpack That Actually Flies Dilara Kurtaran - SnapMunk
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The Real Life Iron Man Jetpack That Actually Flies (Red Bull)

There are a lot of things that we wish were real from the glorious world of Marvel Comics. I mean, some people wish they were living in it, and others just wish they could have the powers that the characters hold. Long story short, Richard Browning and his team, known as Gravity, have created their own version of an Iron Man suit, and oh yes, it flies.

To fly, the 38-year-old UK inventor strapped six kerosene-powered micro jet engines (akin to those found on model airplanes) with four attached to each of his arms with two more on his lower back. Each motor produces 46 pounds (22 kg) of force (Think of a small plane engine on your arms). To fly this device, Browning remains in peak physical condition as a dedicated triathlete in order to maintain control of the engines.

He uses an emergency switch that stops everything when the switch is not being pressed. This is designed to go low and slow, no more than six to 10 feet above ground and no faster than normal walking speed. With the investors and partners, including Redbull, the kerosene jet fueled device cost him $50,000 US.

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