Surprise is usually something one does not really expect, but when the imagination of Nicolas Petit comes into discussion, the borders between fiction and reality, between what's feasible and what's only a beautiful dream start to get blurry. Here's his vision of a fictional fighter plane powered by the iconic R1200 BMW boxer engine.
Smooth, fluid lines and a clean design are a trademark for Petit's concepts and the Flug (German for Flight) is no exception.
Sporting the same neo-retro attire so many steampunk fans love to meet in such crazy machines, the Flug is a seducing dream. Seemingly more suited for a majestic appearance in a video game, this concept shows real-life engineering cues.
The engine was rotated 180 degrees to power the propeller directly, while the air filters would in such a scenario also provide some RAM-Air intake effect for increased combustion. Nicolas adds a funny remark, too: given the nature of such a machine, a lightweight build is critical, so he chose a centrifugal clutch.
If only such a contraption could become real, can you even begin to fathom the possibilities...
Sporting the same neo-retro attire so many steampunk fans love to meet in such crazy machines, the Flug is a seducing dream. Seemingly more suited for a majestic appearance in a video game, this concept shows real-life engineering cues.
The engine was rotated 180 degrees to power the propeller directly, while the air filters would in such a scenario also provide some RAM-Air intake effect for increased combustion. Nicolas adds a funny remark, too: given the nature of such a machine, a lightweight build is critical, so he chose a centrifugal clutch.
If only such a contraption could become real, can you even begin to fathom the possibilities...