Radio Controlled Soaring Digest March 2002 Issue
Issue Contents:
A proposal for foamy combat rules is discussed which seems to protectboth AMA and the fliers sport.
The AMA rule against intentional collisions is discussed. If enactedfliers might have to leave AMA or do without protection.
Hinge tape gets nasty and needs to be replaced. Remove the goo with citrusoil. De-solv-it comes in a 12 oz. spray from Wal-mart.
Comments on the value of the RCSD index are made. Reprints are available
The update to the RCSD Index is discussed 1984-2001 is available in a ZipFile containing text files which can be searched by a word processor.examples of what the data looks like and its value are given.
A description of making a battery for the Airtronics Stylus transmitter.The 3x3x2 arrangement accommodates a small circuit board. The Upgradewas from 700 to 1650 ma batteries. E.H. Yost batteries wereused. See Mr. NiCad on the web.
Part 4 of series on Dave Jones R-2. Fiberglassing 6 oz cloth on the bottomof center section for landing abuse with lighter cloth other places fora good finish. Zynolyte spray-mate gray primes gives a fast filland easy sanding. A formula for getting the best contrasts is discussed.The radio installation is discussed including ball links.Flight is like a floater. Wing loading is only 6 oz/sq ft.
Jerry discusses what his workbench should look like. 8 long by 24-26″deep and 42″ in high to permit him to sit on a 30″ high bar stool.A small drawer is needed for small tools an AC Power strip isaccessed from the ceiling. Tools can be bolded down to “T” nuts in bench.
RCSD Subscriptins can now be paid for with Pay Pal on the RCSD page.www.b2streamlines.com/rCSD.html
On the cover Bill Kuhlman holds his David Jones R-2 and a modified Ravenwhich have been the subjects of his series on flying wings.
Radio Controlled Soaring Digest March 2002 Issue
