Radio Controlled Soaring Digest February 2003 Issue
Issue Contents:
Photo on back cover of Bruce Davidson DSing a 3M Pike at Frankford KY site.Model was going near 100 mph with a 17 mph wind.
Dave says his power Duck flexible antenna works w/o an issue for 7 years.A new Futaba 9chf transmitter needed a Power Duck from George Vosswww.soaringspecialties.com Instructions are given with thePower Duck.
Gordy talks about his experience in finishing a 48″ moth EPP Foamy. Toluenethinned goop is used to create a tough surface. The steps include sand toshape fill with spackle paint coat 3M77 spray. Tape for strengthcoat paint coat. Other details are given.
Michael Richters Weasel (36″) and Mini-weasel (24″) are reviewed. These arevery responsive and stable fliers. Great trainers and good to keepin your car. The radio equipment for small equipment requirementsare listed. Instructions are downloaded from the Internet. The modelscan be discus launched or flown at the slope.www.flyweasel.com
Using the airfoil AG12 the wing planform (A/r=9) is optimized for 3 assumptionsof ellipse elliptical + Twist Ellipse Twist Reynolds No:The design of the planform must include some consideration for thewing and actual lift distribution at the minimum sink rate condition.
Reasons why skegs are used or hated and by whom. Skeg lovers are devoteesof the American thermal duration contest. Opponents are purists andthose that think they are unsafe.
May 15-18 are the dates for this years event. Thursday is a fun fly day.2 foamy classes. Lucas Inn is Headquarters at Lake Wilson KS
ESL gives awards for the most improved since the previous season. Classesare Sportsman and Expert. ESL Schedule is available on RCSD web site.
Weasel and Mini Weasel from Richter R/c are shown on the cover.
Radio Controlled Soaring Digest February 2003 Issue
