[1] Prevent control-surface flutter
Article Abstract:
Control-surface flutter in model airplanes can be prevented by adding weight to the control surface. This technique, called control-surface mass-balancing, requires full balancing to the hinge line during design and construction.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1998
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10 post-flight maintenance tips for ducted fans
Article Abstract:
Ducted fan models should not be simply put away after each flight. The model should be carefully inspected and cleaned before being stored. Several post-flight maintenance tips are presented.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1995
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Beat high-compression heat
Article Abstract:
Overheating and poor throttle transistion in Chinese-made ASP model airplane engines can be remedied with the installation of a head shim on the cylinder head and using a 5% nitro fuel.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1998
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