Re: CG and wing placement question

From: scott_and_sheri <hansesc_at_yahoo.com>
Date: Mon, 27 Mar 2006 16:55:19 -0000

Hi Marty,
Thanks for the input. This is the part where the Rookie comes out.
What is INAV and how do I get there? I assume it is a web based
reposotory of model plans? Is that correct?
Scott

--- In Indoor_Construction_at_yahoogroups.com, Marty Sasaki <marty@...>
wrote:
>
> I think that model designs go in cycles with various things being
> tried. EZB design has changed dramatically since Ron Williams wrote
> his book. It is common to have a model where the CG is near or
behind
> the trailing edge of the wing.
>
> The best thing to do would be to do a bit of experimentation and to
> consider more than just the CG location. Look at the size of the
stab
> and the length of the tailboom as well as the incidence angles. They
> all work together. To find the best combination, keep good notes and
> use your stopwatch. Small changes can have a big impact on
performance.
>
> Make your next model a more modern design, try one of the plans out
of
> INAV and compare things.
>
> Welcome to indoor.
>
> Marty Sasaki
>
Received on Mon Mar 27 2006 - 08:56:00 CEST