The art of low-power acrobatics
Article Abstract:
The maneuverability of model airplanes can be enhanced to make them perform aerial acrobatics by balancing the planes' kinetic and potential energy with certain aerodynamic forces. This can be achieved by controlling drag and practicing slow flight.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1996
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The question of 'scale-like speed.' (letters responding to Kent Walter's 'Judging Scale-Like Speed' for model aircraft)
Article Abstract:
The debate over proper speeds for model planes continues. A combination of Kent Walters' proposed 'dynamic similitude scale speed' and the intuitive 'linear speed' methods may prevail. Each has advantages for certain scales and certain planes.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1993
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On constructing a good Ni-Cd battery pack
Article Abstract:
Home construction is needed for unusual Ni-Cd battery configurations or packs with a high number of cells. Safety, assembly, soldering, and wiring are all discussed with relevant photos and diagrams.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1993
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