Radio Controlled Soaring Digest April 2002 Issue
Issue Contents:
Tom tells of his adventure at a Methodist Church camp in Ohio where heflew small electrics in spaces too small for anything else. His Tigermoth attracted attention from young and old. Tom recommends checking out the Lakeside Association.
Gordy argues that manufacturer CG specs are always too conservative.Moving the CG back results in models that are more controllable.
This is an extensive coverage of the Midwest slope challenge 2002 w/ lotsof photos. 50 foamy combat contestants were in the largest event.The Radio Control Combat Association (RCCA) has the AMA Exec. Com.re-evaluating the proposed ban on intentional collisions.
Part I of series on wing twist. Bills interest goes back to the MARCSSoaring Symposium of 1989 when Dr. Panknin presented an article on thedesign of swept wings models. Topics discussed include winglift distribution adverse yaw wing warping vs ailerons.
The Majestic gets enthusiastic remarks. Kit was built as directed + carbonfiber spar caps. 9 oz needed in nose indicates improvements could be made.Plane flew well and turns well. V-tail needs mixing Trx. oron-board mixer. 2 servos needed for spoilers.
Bruce and Mark describe work benches they find most helpful. 8l x 20″wx 24″ high. Protects back from bending over. Pegboard on the backsupports tools power strip needed for various tools. Lower shelveshold foam cores and panels. A cable over bench facilitates light placement.
Jery recounts his involvement with fiberglass going back to 1954 wherehe made fiberglass parts for customized old cars. He later branchedto FG work on wooden boats and Viking Models which he ran for25 years. With attention to safety he remains in good health.
Roger writes from Belgium asking for information about the open RES classClub members expressed interest in the event w/ focus on low cost models
Cover photo shows Joe Hoseys DAW KA-6E over Wilson Lake KS during theMidwest Slope Challenge.
Radio Controlled Soaring Digest April 2002 Issue
