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Teen Innovator Unveils Affordable VTOL Drone Revolution

6/16/2025

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Seventeen-year-old Cooper Taylor has revolutionized drone technology with his affordable VTOL drone, crafted from 3D printed parts. Priced at just one-fifth of similar models, his invention showcases remarkable efficiency. With six prototypes under his belt, Taylor's ingenuity has earned him an impressive $8,000 scholarship and a $15,000 grant from the U.S. Navy.

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Seventeen-year-old Cooper Taylor has revolutionized drone technology with his affordable VTOL drone, crafted from 3D printed parts. Priced at just one-fifth of similar models, his invention showcases remarkable efficiency. With six prototypes under his belt, Taylor's ingenuity has earned him an impressive $8,000 scholarship and a $15,000 grant from the U.S. Navy.