I am thinking of designing a flying object in the shape somewhat like a watermelon with and open front end and the rear end. Install an electric brushless motor inside with a 10 inch prop. By tilting the object at an positive angle with the built in elevator, lift with be produced, like a flying box kite.
There will be two swept back short spanned wings (for the lack of suitalble term) I will call them winglets with ailerons for lateral stability. Up and down pitch will be provided by a large "elevator" inside the rear opening. That is by tilting the oblect up slightly.
The air flow comes in from the open front end. And the inside mid mounted motor's airflow will be straightened by cross dividers inside, turning the prop twirled air so a somewhat straighter airflow will go out the jet-like rear opening.
I have not seen anyone attempt anything like this before, so it may be difficult to visualize and may be even more difficult to understand. I have thought about a molded watermelon balsa shell to keep it light.
When finished the flying object may look a fat short "Mig" with a large fin but no elevator. The prototype will not have landing gears. Please read carefully and see if you find any unclear descriptions.
I believe it will fly.
Opinions? suggestions? Or pitch the idea?
Wan