Can the Tesla Roadster Fly?

(github.com)

3 points | by thefourthchime 3 hours ago

2 comments

  • commiepatrol 2 hours ago
    of course, just like the Tesla that's been self driving for 15 years...just give us 10k first.
  • thefourthchime 3 hours ago
    No idea if this is correct. Please someone who knows what they are doing, please check it over.
    • HarHarVeryFunny 2 hours ago
      Scott Manley (YouTube space/rocket guy) did a quick video on it.

      With this type of compressed air system you only get a few seconds of operating time since the tank pressure gets reduced/depleted very rapidly, but at max pressure there's about 8 tons of thrust vs 2 ton vehicle weight, so there is no problem with the physics.

      There is a much bigger tank for the arial flip/hover, that takes up the entire passenger area, and a smaller one in the rear for the 0-60 boost, but for either stunt you've only got a few seconds of air pressure.