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    This document summarizes an experiment that investigated the effect of shortening the rotor blades of a paper helicopter on its flight time. It was predicted that shorter blades would decrease flight time by providing less air resistance. The standard helicopter had 14cm blades and averaged 2.37 seconds flight time, while the manipulated design with 7cm blades averaged 2.03 seconds. The results supported the hypothesis that shorter blades yield shorter flight times, demonstrating the effect of blade length on a paper helicopter's flight performance.

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    This document summarizes an experiment that investigated the effect of shortening the rotor blades of a paper helicopter on its flight time. It was predicted that shorter blades would decrease flight time by providing less air resistance. The standard helicopter had 14cm blades and averaged 2.37 seconds flight time, while the manipulated design with 7cm blades averaged 2.03 seconds. The results supported the hypothesis that shorter blades yield shorter flight times, demonstrating the effect of blade length on a paper helicopter's flight performance.

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    This document summarizes an experiment that investigated the effect of shortening the rotor blades of a paper helicopter on its flight time. It was predicted that shorter blades would decrease flight time by providing less air resistance. The standard helicopter had 14cm blades and averaged 2.37 seconds flight time, while the manipulated design with 7cm blades averaged 2.03 seconds. The results supported the hypothesis that shorter blades yield shorter flight times, demonstrating the effect of blade length on a paper helicopter's flight performance.

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    Lab Report Sample

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    This document summarizes an experiment that investigated the effect of shortening the rotor blades of a paper helicopter on its flight time. It was predicted that shorter blades would decrease flight time by providing less air resistance. The standard helicopter had 14cm blades and averaged 2.37 seconds flight time, while the manipulated design with 7cm blades averaged 2.03 seconds. The results supported the hypothesis that shorter blades yield shorter flight times, demonstrating the effect of blade length on a paper helicopter's flight performance.

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    The Effect Of Blade Length On The Flight Time Of A Paper Helicopter

    Name:_______________
    Lab Partners Name: _______________
    Submitted To: _______________
    Date: _______________
    Purpose:
    What is the effect of shortening the lengths of the rotor blades on the flight time of a paper
    helicopter?
    OR
    The purpose of this investigation is to determine the effect of shortening the lengths of the rotor
    blades on the flight time of a paper helicopter.
    Prediction & Hypothesis:
    If the lengths of the rotor blades are decreased, then the flight time of the paper helicopter will
    decrease. The use of shorter rotor blades will decrease the surface area of the blades providing
    less air resistance. Less air resistance will result in a decreased flight time.
    Materials:
    - paper
    - paper clip
    - ruler
    - pencil
    - scissors
    - stopwatch
    Procedure:
    1. A paper helicopter with a standard design (longer rotor blades) was made. See Figure 1.
    2. The helicopter was dropped from a height of 3 m and the time it took for it to reach the
    floor was measured. The average flight time of three trials was determined for the
    standard design.
    3. Both rotor blades were shortened to one-half of their original lengths (14 cm to 7 cm).
    See Figure 2.
    4. The helicopter was dropped from a height of 3 m and the time it took for it to reach the
    floor was measured. The average flight time of three trials was determined for the
    manipulated design (shorter rotor blades).
    Variables:
    Independent: Rotor Blade Length
    Dependent: Flight Time
    Controlled: Drop Height, Method of Timing, Air Temperature, Wind Speed

    Observations:
    Table 1: Flight Times For The Paper Helicopter (Standard Design)
    Rotor Blade Length
    (cm)

    14

    Trial

    Flight Time
    (s)

    Average Flight Time


    (s)

    1
    2
    3

    2.53
    2.25
    2.34

    2.37

    Table 2: Flight Times For The Paper Helicopter (Manipulated Design)


    Rotor Blade Length
    (cm)

    Trial

    Flight Time
    (s)

    Average Flight Time


    (s)

    1
    2
    3

    1.93
    2.10
    2.06

    2.03

    Sample Calculation: Average Flight Time 2.53 s + 2.25 s + 2.34 s = 7.12 s


    7.12s / 3 = 2.37 s
    Analysis/Discussion & Sources of Error:
    1. Why is it important to have controlled variables?
    2. Describe any sources of error and explain how they may have affected the results.
    Conclusion:
    The results support the prediction and hypothesis. The average flight time of the paper
    helicopter decreased from 2.37 s to 2.03 s when the rotor blades were shortened.

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