[RCSE] Hey Los Angles, come pick me up!
I am stranded at the Marriot Renaissance Airport, 5855 W. Century Blvd 301 641 5700 Rm1828 Cell 502 727 9595 My plane is on its way to Australia, but I am stuck here til about 8pm Saturday. Let get together for some lunch or soaring :-) I'll be up around 9:30 (been up for over 24 hours now, and most of it was on a Harley thru the Vegas desert yesterday). Gordy
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FYI: Jared of Austin, TX posted this link in a RCGROUPS thread that I follow. I found it quite interesting. It is a paper on formation flying and on page 19 talks about elliptical formations reducing drag. It takes about 4 minutes to load at 28kb because it is a 26 page PDF http://ocw.mit.edu/NR/rdonlyres/Aer...urman_intro.pdf John Full link: http://ocw.mit.edu/NR/rdonlyres/Aeronautics-and-Astronautics/16-886Spring200 4/29260A21-AE5C-4CDD-8FD0-994F9D9BCB3E/0/01_murman_intro.pdf RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] Polar Stuff
Oleg, Thank you for your comments. My apologies for missing the Span Loading differentiation on the first go around. That said, I still don't agree with the trends you've noted unless one is dealing with the induced drag term (and wing) in isolation from everything else. You can't ignore the weight scaling like that in a realistic scenario. It's academic but unreasonable. But this IS getting too detailed for more dialog here (I think). I would really prefer to see analyses done on the whole planform rather than relying on trends from individual engineering equations. To that end, I'll find a web site and post the polar program I've developed over the past15 years or so. I don't see anything like that available as freeware on the web anyway. It will have the articles used to derive the formulation (RCSD series in 2000) as well as the source code, airfoil database (derived from UIUC and some X-foil runs) and the compiled and installation files. It's in VB6 and can be modified by anyone that wants to use it. It has been run (years ago) against the original Princeton work and other early DOS based codes (developed by folks with more credibility). It reproduced those results very well. It's independently derived and written by me but is reasonably robust. I know the parasitic drag estimates are low and I'm trying to get flight data to correct that. It will take about a week to put this together. I'm changing our ISP this week so hopefully next weekend I can set this up. I'll send a post to RCSE when it's done. If anyone tries it and has feedback, that would be appreciated. Hopefully the Windows GUI will make it easier for folks to do this type of analysis if their interests require it. And the source code and notes allow for corrections in areas that are deficient. In the meantime, thanks for the dialog. I understand your points but think the view is rather constrained. - Dave R
[RCSE] New Deluxe LED solenoid kit
I put together a new version a Deluxe kit. It includes all that was in the original LED solenoid kit plus the hookup wire, heat shrink, mounting plate, and solder. So all you now need is common tools soldering iron and drill. No excuse not to do it now. Deluxe kit is $12.95 sent anywhere in the USA. See info at my site: http://www.altelco.net/~calplsf/solenoid_led.htm Cal PosthumaLSF VVPersonal Web Pagehttp://www.altelco.net/~calplsf/index.htmlHome of Solenoid LED's
[RCSE] Shadow 1 RX from Apogee
Does anyone have any experience with this receiver? It looks too good to be true... but with today's SMT technology I'm not surprised. Any feedback good/bad is much appreciated. Thanks. Kurt RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
RE: [RCSE] Shadow 1 RX from Apogee
Kurt; It is no longer being made (but still supported), being replaced by this; The shadow 3. http://www.dionysusdesign.com/Shadow1.shtml Endless Mountain Models http://www.scalesoaring.com email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] -Original Message- From: Kurt W Zimmerman [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, February 19, 2005 11:15 AM To: Soaring@airage.com Subject: [RCSE] Shadow 1 RX from Apogee Does anyone have any experience with this receiver? It looks too good to be true... but with today's SMT technology I'm not surprised. Any feedback good/bad is much appreciated. Thanks. Kurt RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Shadow 1 RX from Apogee
Shadow 1 Rx comes from SOMBRA of Canada. I do not know what Apogee is in this case I have one for about two months now it sets the frequency somehow differently then other synthetized Rx's is winning my confidence over any other Rx I have been using Great performer, great features. Is worth every dime you spend on it I am waiting for their 8-9 channel one to put in my scale ships this tread cover everything you might ask for http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=314256 Zbigniew Michalczyk The Soaring Little Fleet of Poland http://mysite.verizon.net/vze2qbfc/ - Original Message - From: Kurt W. Zimmerman [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Soaring@airage.com Sent: Saturday, February 19, 2005 11:15 AM Subject: [RCSE] Shadow 1 RX from Apogee Does anyone have any experience with this receiver? It looks too good to be true... but with today's SMT technology I'm not surprised. Any feedback good/bad is much appreciated. Thanks. Kurt RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
RE: [RCSE] Shadow 1 RX from Apogee
It is the same company, all you have to do is click on the link. http://www.dionysusdesign.com/Shadow1.shtml And the 3 is the 7 channel unit. Endless Mountain Models http://www.scalesoaring.com email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] Shadow 3
Kurt, The new Shadow 3 will be available in about 3 weeks. I supercedes the Shadow 1. The Shadow has been tested by George Steiner and he gave it 2 thumbs up. You can see a Shadow 3 on my web site and check out its new features, like cascading 2 together for 14 channels. Best Regards, Barry Kennedy Kennedy Composites www.kennedycomposites.com 1935 Highvalley Trail Grand Prairie, TX 75052 972.602.3144 RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Shadow 3
I have to say the march of technology within our hobby is simply unbelievable. It has gotten to the point, for me, that purchasing hobby supplies is a bit like buying a new computer... wait a few months on a computer and you can get something faster and cheaper. With our hobby technology (except for planes) you can get something much smaller, lighter and potentially better for not much more money if you just wait 6 months or so. I am still kicking myself for buying a fast charger and NiMH batteries about 6 months before LiPos became well established! :-) For $89 if you have a Evo or one of the other synthesized TX modules this can't be beat, IMHO. Very impressive and apparently easy to use as well. I wonder what is coming out next... I have to spend some more time browsing different sections of RCGroups besides the Thermal and Sailplane Talk forums for some more up and coming info. BTW, if there is any new and better technology coming this is a great place for some vendors to share! Do tell! Barry Kennedy wrote: Kurt, The new Shadow 3 will be available in about 3 weeks. I supercedes the Shadow 1. The Shadow has been tested by George Steiner and he gave it 2 thumbs up. You can see a Shadow 3 on my web site and check out its new features, like cascading 2 together for 14 channels. Best Regards, Barry Kennedy Kennedy Composites www.kennedycomposites.com 1935 Highvalley Trail Grand Prairie, TX 75052 972.602.3144 RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] Re: Soaring V1 #5178
It will be interresting to test the Shadow 3. The last month I have been trying to get equipment for flying the NATS at 72mhz. So a little Norwegian story: First I bought a new EVO radio. But that was offcourse with crystal module. So I need another crystal. Then I asked Polk for a receiver. Just a week later a nice small synth receiver dumped in my mailbox (hows that for service half way around the world). But I wanted 4000ft range in a carbon fuse and neither my module or rx was up for that. So I talked with a lot of guys and even Kennedy composites said: We will supply you with all you need and the Shadow 3 will be available soon. another outstanding service for a Norwegian that wants to fly with you guys over there as we say it. I gave up I DO want to test the equipment BEFORE I go to a competition so I contacted my friend from last WC F3J - John Diniz at Horizon Hobby. He feels he have the solution with a brand new JR9303 and some receivers AND correct crystals = a complete system on 72mhz = what I need. So if everything goes well I will brake the line of Multiplex transmitters from -86 and stepping up with JR and Horizon Hobby for the Nats. So again a big thanks to all the guys that help out. It is not easy just to pack you bag and walk across the pond! But all is going the right way and I am now AMA member, registered at the NATS, picked up by Gordy, share hotel room with Robert Burson, flying F3J with Don Richmond, Rob Glover and Larry Rubble, received my LSF II voucher after 19 years, getting equipment from JR/Horizon, getting an AVA by Kenndy Composites for use at the Nats AND Gordy is handling the fund so I dont get hungry. I even got funds from a Swede! Only one thing left I think: order the ticket! So a new credit card is on the way from the bank :-) Hilsen (Regards) Jojo www.grini.no Date: Sat, 19 Feb 2005 07:43:47 -0600 From: Barry Kennedy [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: RCSE soaring@airage.com Subject: Shadow 3 Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Kurt, The new Shadow 3 will be available in about 3 weeks. I supercedes the Shadow 1. The Shadow has been tested by George Steiner and he gave it 2 thumbs up. You can see a Shadow 3 on my web site and check out its new features, like cascading 2 together for 14 channels. Best Regards, Barry Kennedy Kennedy Composites www.kennedycomposites.com 1935 Highvalley Trail Grand Prairie, TX 75052 972.602.3144 RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] Smithy ShopSmith on Ebay
This would be worth keeping an eye on if you live anywhere near Scottsdale AZ. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItemcategory=633item=3875107062rd=1 TG 32 Mount View Dr Afton, VA 22920 540 943-3356 fax 943-4178 540 943-3356 RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] Air conditioner compressor for vac. bagging instead of fridge pump?
I just passed a sign for a free, working airconditioner. I looked inside the unit by the side of the road and it has the typical plumbing for an AC unit. Anyone have any ideas whether I can scavenge the pump from this free unit to hook up to a vacuum bag? Fridge pumps should be relatively cheap, but you can't beat free if it works. TIA! Stuart RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] Shadow 1 RX Reviewed in RCSD...of course :-)
Hi Guys, The Shadow 1 will be reviewed in RCSD in the next issue. Tech tested by George Steiner and field tested by me (of course :) The results? Better than anyone of us hoped and not close to what is coming from Sombra shortly, in fact more of the Shadow series will be introduced by Barry (Kennedy Composites) at Toledo. Both Barry and I have been in close contact with Sombra, offering up very sailplane-ish suggestions for added features. If the all work out, most of us will have lots of the 4 channel version in our planes and shop drawers. You won't need anything more for slow flyers or giant scale aero tow ships. My Blaster has been hiding a Shadow1 since day 1 :-) Gordy Stranded in LA today
Re: [RCSE] Shadow 3
TheSky and Technology SRX is another promising RX. The first release was recalled due to some bad components that were supplied by a vendor, but most of the units performed extremely well even with someone else ON YOUR FREQUENCY!!! I had a few of them, you program them by putting them close to your TX antenna and then powering up. They filter by locking on the unique characteristics of your TX signal. They are supposed to be coming out with an updated version soon.. Mark Mech www.aerofoam.com RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] scale pilots
Hi All! I got some scale pilot dummies in 1/3.5 and 1/4 scale they have been made for special order to fit style of 50's and 60's but could be used to any glider between 1/4-1/3 scale. if they would become popular I might try to have more of them in the future. There is only few left in each of this two sizes Thanks for a band Zbigniew Michalczyk The Soaring Little Fleet of Poland http://mysite.verizon.net/vze2qbfc/ RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] JR 9303 sailplane programming
Has anybody written a full 'How to program' instruction guide for programming the new JR 9303 for sailplanes? If somebody has published the instructions, is it available on the internet? Thanks, S Gibson RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] Coverite's 21st Century Fabric
Does anyone know if Coverite's 21st Century Fabric covering can be used in the same applications as Solortex. I'm looking for something that has a little more abrasion resistance than standard low heat shrinks or packing tape to cover a Zagi. Maurice RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] JR 9303 sailplane programming
On 2/19/05 17:26 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Has anybody written a full 'How to program' instruction guide for programming the new JR 9303 for sailplanes? If somebody has published the instructions, is it available on the internet? Thanks, S Gibson Not sure if this is what you want, but JR publishes a great programming guide on how to set up a full house glider with the 9303. http://www.horizonhobby.com/Shop/ByCategory/Product/Manuals.aspx?ProdID=JRP9 269** ~~~ Bill Malvey RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] For Sale Encore DLG
2004 (Latest Version) Encore DLG NIB for sale. $400 Shipped Cont. USA Randy at 316-522-7441 or ping me back. Thanks, Randy McCleave RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
RE: [RCSE] Coverite's 21st Century Fabric
I used laminating film on a small foam plane and on my 2M 2x6. It has worked fine for me. See this link for a comment from Dean at Stealhead it is at post # 395. If you look at post # 244 it will see the other info on it. Below is some info from the #244 post. This is the link. http://www.oregonlam.com/thermrf1.htm What I got was 1.5 mil (Gloss Thermal Polyester Laminating Film Adhesive Side In). Product code IS-011851x 8 x 500' 1.5 mil 1 core. $20.75 and $4.75 shipping. They have different size (1.2 mil 1.5 mil 3 mil 5 mil and 10 mil). They also have Matte finish. I sure wish they had colors. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, February 19, 2005 8:36 PM To: Soaring@airage.com Subject: [RCSE] Coverite's 21st Century Fabric Does anyone know if Coverite's 21st Century Fabric covering can be used in the same applications as Solortex. I'm looking for something that has a little more abrasion resistance than standard low heat shrinks or packing tape to cover a Zagi. Maurice RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
RE: [RCSE] Coverite's 21st Century Fabric
Sorry, forgot the link. http://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?t=255154highlight=laminating I used laminating film on a small foam plane and on my 2M 2x6. It has worked fine for me. See this link for a comment from Dean at Stealhead it is at post # 395. If you look at post # 244 it will see the other info on it. Below is some info from the #244 post. This is the link. http://www.oregonlam.com/thermrf1.htm What I got was 1.5 mil (Gloss Thermal Polyester Laminating Film Adhesive Side In). Product code IS-011851x 8 x 500' 1.5 mil 1 core. $20.75 and $4.75 shipping. They have different size (1.2 mil 1.5 mil 3 mil 5 mil and 10 mil). They also have Matte finish. I sure wish they had colors. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Saturday, February 19, 2005 8:36 PM To: Soaring@airage.com Subject: [RCSE] Coverite's 21st Century Fabric Does anyone know if Coverite's 21st Century Fabric covering can be used in the same applications as Solortex. I'm looking for something that has a little more abrasion resistance than standard low heat shrinks or packing tape to cover a Zagi. Maurice RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] Never mind... Re: Air conditioner compressor for vac. bagging instead of fridge pump?
Never mind. I tried starting the thing and it won't start. It has some huge capacitor inside that looks rather scary, plus I'd hate to release the CFCs into the air while venting the thing. Back to the curbside with it! Stuart A. Hall wrote: I just passed a sign for a free, working airconditioner. I looked inside the unit by the side of the road and it has the typical plumbing for an AC unit. Anyone have any ideas whether I can scavenge the pump from this free unit to hook up to a vacuum bag? Fridge pumps should be relatively cheap, but you can't beat free if it works. TIA! Stuart RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
[RCSE] Winch advice please
I would like to source information on how to construct/purchase parts of a winch that is able to safely launch a scale saiplane weighing 20 to 30lbs Thanks Ross RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
Re: [RCSE] Shadow 3
Barry Kennedy wrote: Kurt, The new Shadow 3 will be available in about 3 weeks. I supercedes the Shadow 1. The Shadow has been tested by George Steiner and he gave it 2 thumbs up. You can see a Shadow 3 on my web site and check out its new features, like cascading 2 together for 14 channels. Best Regards, Barry Kennedy Kennedy Composites www.kennedycomposites.com 1935 Highvalley Trail Grand Prairie, TX 75052 972.602.3144 When will you be accepting orders for the Shadow 3 receiver? RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] Please note that subscribe and unsubscribe messages must be sent in text only format with MIME turned off. Email sent from web based email such as Hotmail and AOL are generally NOT in text format
