Radio Controlled Soaring Digest July 2001 Issue
Issue Contents:
A design of a retriever is described by the author and Sal Peluso of TorreyPines Guls. It is a semi-automatic retrieving system. CAD drawings areavailable at a cost. A switch on the device needs to be activatedPines Gulls. It is a semi-automatic retrieving system. CAD drawings are
David Hauch developed a way to winch launch models alone w/o the ability tohold the model in his hand while building tension. Device is described
DLG = Discus Launched Glider. The launch method is not easy to learn.Equipment must be specialized. A list of experiments and conclusions aswell as a good technical analysis of what is needed. A mathmodel of a launch is given.
RC Soaring Exchange plays a key roll in Gordys travels. Dinners a friendto soar with a place to repair a model. Guidelines for exchange given.
Large advertisement for Tulsoars 20th annual Last Fling of Summer SoaringContest
New design by Bob Lawhead has plug-in wings 50″ span and MH64 airfoil.
Dave Jones R-2 model is reviewed. This is part of a multi-part project tobuild and fly an updated version. Changes planned for airfoil and fuselage.other changes slated for hinges dihedral vs polyhedral. Aileronsto be added in new design.
The Secret by Oleg Golovidov is compared to other HLG models. Bill finds it turns tighter and climbs in lighter lift than other models.
An old Bonner servo is shown next to the faster and much smaller JR-341 servo.
A properly built model flies better. Adjust the symmetry of the wings andhorizontal tail relative to the fuselage. Check wings for equal weight.
Letter suggests on-line version of RCSD w/ color photos.
Viking Models is closing not taking orders as of Aug 9th. RCSD is Movingto northern CA to allow Jerry to retire and fly more. Equipment listed
Pete launches his delta wing model at the bowl on the Big Island of Hawaii Cover Photo
Radio Controlled Soaring Digest July 2001 Issue
