World's smallest gas 4-strokes

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Experimental engineering machinist George Luhrs holds the distinction of having designed and built the world's two smallest engines. The larger of the two engines has 71 parts and a displacement of 0.015ci while the smaller engine has a 0.0075ci displacement and consists of 82 parts.

Author: Gudaitis, Frank
Publisher: Air Age, Inc.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1999

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Miniature 4-stroke gas radial

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A description is presented of the design and construction of a model airplane engine which features a gas-ignition, 5-cylinder, 4-stroke specification. The modelmaking skills of George Luhrs are discussed.

Author: Gudaitis, Frank
Publisher: Air Age, Inc.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 2001
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How to build a radial cowl

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A radial cowl may be built from scratch in a way much simpler than it seems. A radial cowl has its aesthetic value, which can definitely enhance a model aircraft's appearance.

Author: Stilley, Faye
Publisher: Air Age, Inc.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1995

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