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How I built a jet suit

2,388,646 views | Richard Browning • TED2017

We've all dreamed of flying -- but for Richard Browning, flight is an obsession. He's built an Iron Man-like suit that leans on an elegant collaboration of mind, body and technology, bringing science fiction dreams a little closer to reality. Learn more about the trial and error process behind his invention and take flight with Browning in an unforgettable demo.

We've all dreamed of flying -- but for Richard Browning, flight is an obsession. He's built an Iron Man-like suit that leans on an elegant collaboration of mind, body and technology, bringing science fiction dreams a little closer to reality. Learn more about the trial and error process behind his invention and take flight with Browning in an unforgettable demo.

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Richard Browning

Richard Browning

Founder, Gravity

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Richard Browning is the founder of human propulsion technology startup Gravity, which has invented, built and patented a personal flight system.

This talk was presented at an official TED conference. TED's editors chose to feature it for you.

Follow Gravity's relentless pace of development on Facebook.

Contact Gravity if you'd like to get involved with the team, request we fly at an event or inquire about custom flight suit commissions.