Radio Controlled Soaring Digest December 1992 Issue
Issue Contents:
Arcus by Robie is a good performing model although not the best thermalling or the fastest. It makes a good entry into electric modeling 7-10 cells.
Bristol Virginia soaring meet combined the beauty of the Blueridge Mts. and 1000 foot strip of mowed grass. Weather didn’t cooperate much this year.
The importance of tow hook position is discussed along with instructions for making a simple hook from a cup hook. Find unstable point and go + 6mm
Use of products from Aerospace Composite Products is described with helpful hints for making bagged wings with skins of balsa or obechi.
70 inch span of Thermal Grabber makes nice size for a model you take with you in case you might want to go soaring. Plenty of features included.
Sailplane computer radio comparison chart is available with bonus of Servo Conversion Chart as a bonus.
Culpepper Modles’ Dove 2M sailplane is a minature full house sailplane which can handle from 2 to 6 servos for ultimate performance in a small package.
Jeff supports the position that a standard configuration for a sailplaneis best. Other design aspects are thoughtfully considered.
A self scoring form is described to take the burden off the CD and addsome enjoyment to the contestants. Form is shown
New North American Scale Soaring Association is being formed. Members are solicited. Power Slope; Vintage; Modern; Slope; and Thermal Scale interest
Foam cutter uses a lever and pullies to pull the wire through at correct ratio for each root and tip chords. Equations given for use.
EH 2/12 and EH 3/12 airfoils are discussed. coordinates for both given and use for each is described as being for flying wings with aerodynamic twist.
B.A.T. winch is evaluated. Product made by Bob Harman is of very high quality @ $185. It is also light and includes break.
Visual perception of speed and distance are discussed in a very objective and scientific way. Mike has professional background in this field.
Sailplane stabilizer designs are compared including considerations of thickness
Pt 5 of series discusses the finishing of f/g covered wings once the wing has been bagged. Sanding methods
Gifted teenagers are given science training by building an RC Glider ina program in Lousiana at McNeese State Univ. with public and private funds.
Torrey Pines Gliderport is made a US Soaring National Landmark. The effort to keep the site protected from developlent is a deed to be addressed.
Epoxy and cotton flox make an excellent filler for high stress areas of fuselages where joiner rods exit the fuselage and other places.
Photo of Mining Hill in Plattville
Radio Controlled Soaring Digest December 1992 Issue
