Radio Controlled Soaring Digest July 2004 with Index
Issue Contents:
3 phases of using a winch: throw tow zoom. The throw destroys moremodels than the rest and cannot be avoided. Multiple frames are shownare used to show details on making a good launch. Putting theplane behind you and using a straight arm gives best results.
An announcement of the USA F3D team and a solicitation for contributionsTravis Flynn Danny Kane Tim Lime Gary Freeman Team Caller
Servo load is the subject of this article. Load is highest at hinge lineand is a function of deflection and dynamic pressure. Equations given.
A review of the June 5 6 International Hand Launch Glider Festival inPoway CA. Differences between XP3 and XP4 models. Notable pilots mentioned
Setting the CG with Great Planes CG Machine can prevent a bad first flight.Set tow hook under the proper CG point for the model but not further back.
Pt. 4 of series in building the Diva. Fuselage construction is wood buthighly shaped. Templates used to achieve shapes. Strips of sandpapercan be pulled over rounded sides to make a good curve. FG wasapplied to balsa surfaces and doped in place. Plenty of photos.
1187 downloads of the May issue have taken place and 966 of the June issue as of the present article. Have been linked from www.rc-soar.com
Mirko Boduls Wizard Compact 2X is shown on the Bijou Hills nearChamberlain South Dakota.
Radio Controlled Soaring Digest July 2004 with Index
