[RCSE] Typical Radio Range
Hey gang, I was curious if any of you guys out there have done any extensive range tests with your radios. I e-mail Futaba and they make no claims and simply say it will be in range as long as you can see your airplane. I wanted to know how far it could reach with a remote video system onboard to fly out of sight? Anyone know or have experience here? Erik Alber Portland Area Soaring Society Vice President The Resin Head http://SuperSailplanes.freeservers.com http://NuanceHLG.8k.com RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send subscribe and unsubscribe requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] night flying, was on-board smoke
A friend of mine had some glow in the dark powder that he mixed into epoxy. I had trouble detecting any light output. Though that could be because we have no idea how old it was or even how much light it normally put out. Erik Alber "The Resin Head" http://SuperSailplanes.freeservers.com http://NuanceHLG.8k.com - Original Message - From: "Scott Wathey" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: "RCSE" [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, April 15, 2001 7:00 PM Subject: FW: [RCSE] night flying, was on-board smoke -- From: Scott Wathey [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Sun, 15 Apr 2001 14:22:15 -0700 To: Bob Spencer [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [RCSE] night flying, was on-board smoke There are color pigments that can be mixed in with epoxy instead of painting. Wouldn't it be great if they had a glow in the dark pigment powder? I am looking high and low. Anybody know? Scott on 4/14/01 6:25 PM, Bob Spencer at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have toyed with the idea from time to time of an electrically heated smoke oil system for gliders, Not the same, but also off-beatdid anyone ever fly gliders at night, using lights? We used to tape a couple of Cryalume chemical lights to the breaks on a little polyhedral ship, launch on a good strong high-start and have a ball flying them down. These were TD planes, and we always did it on as nearly calm a night as we could manage. A hoot. Bob RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Used Winches?
Hello All, Both my Hi-starts broke down a while back. I know have a great excuse to build an electric launch winch. Just wanted to check to see if any of you happen to have an old (or new) winch you don't need any more and would like to sell me? Or if you know a good source for an inexpensive winch? Thank you, Erik Alber Portland Area Soaring Society Vice President"The Resin Head"http://SuperSailplanes.freeservers.comhttp://NuanceHLG.8k.com
Re: [RCSE] epp p51 from DAW
If your in the Olympia, Washington area you should go check out the Olympic Flight Museum and see their P-51. It's got a beautiful polished metal top and blue underbelly that is very unique. See them here: http://www.olywa.net/ofm/ Its a bit small but has great planes in great shape. Erik Alber "The Resin Head" http://SuperSailplanes.freeservers.com http://NuanceHLG.8k.com - Original Message - From: "Louis Gonzalez" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: "soaring" [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, March 28, 2001 2:26 PM Subject: [RCSE] epp p51 from DAW guys: im starting to build my P51 epp .daves aircraft works. anyone know were can i find a good picture of this one, i need some ideas on the covering so it will look scale like. luis RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Plug Question
I redid a fuse plug a while back. I was very pleases with the result, but it took allot of time. I took my mold, waxed it as best I could. I them mixed a whole bunch of west systems (any high quality epoxy will do) epoxy and mixed it with cab-o-sil (fumed silica) to make a good, thick paste. I then smeared the goo in the fuse surface of the mold, keeping the epoxy only on the fuse surface, not the mold flange. This coating was about a quarter to a half inch thick. I did this, coating both halves of the mold with the epoxy goo making a good carvable surface. after both sides had set, I mixed more of the epoxy/silica goo and applied a liberal coating to the mold seem and joined the two mold halves to create a seamless new, one-piece plug. After all the epoxy cured, I filled the hollow space with plaster for structural support. Note: one point of my mould was open enough to do this, so if your mould has no opening, you may have to make one. After this was completely cured, I cracked the plug out of the mold. This was where things when wrong. It turns out the thick epoxy layer generated enough heat in the curing stage that it actually melted the release wax and bounded to the resin of the mold. This resulted in chunks of the first mold to be broken off and stuck to the new plug. I had to chisel and grind away at these chunks until they finally cracked off. The old mold ended up in more than the original two planned pieces. Chips of the mold were missing and the mold was lost forever. Now, looking back, I realize this could have bean avoided had I made a thin (less than a 16th of an inch) gel or surface coat, allowed that to cure, then added the thick pasty coat of epoxy goo. This surface coat would have saved them mold by not melting the wax, and allowing the part to separate. Still, this process can be risky if you value your mold and your time. I would only do this if you don't plan on using your current mold or can make a new one out of the original plug. Best of luck, Erik Alber "The Resin Head" http://SuperSailplanes.freeservers.com http://NuanceHLG.8k.com - Original Message - From: "Mark Miller" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, February 16, 2001 9:51 AM Subject: [RCSE] Plug Question I have a mold for a fuselage which I would like to modify a bit. I would then like to make a mold of the modified part. I do not want to destroy the original plug I have for the mold. Does anyone know of a substance I can put in the mold to make a copy of the plug which I can then make the modifications to. I was thinking of some kind of epoxy concoction but I think it might be hard to deal with. Plaster of Paris is another thought but I'm not sure. I seem to remember a molding prototyping substance which is easily carved and sanded but firm enough to make a mold of. Any thoughts out there? cheers, Mark __ Do You Yahoo!? Get personalized email addresses from Yahoo! Mail - only $35 a year! http://personal.mail.yahoo.com/ RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Kevlar Questions
I use Kevlar for my HLG fuse with great success. I just bought a second batch of cloth and noticed that the old scraps left over are a couple shades darker than the new kevlar. This is, as I've read, because of breakdown somewhere at the molecular level. I've also heard that a layer or two of fiber glass is supposed to prevent this breakdown. Erik Alber "The Resin Head" http://SuperSailplanes.freeservers.com http://NuanceHLG.8k.com - Original Message - From: "J S." [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, January 07, 2001 5:26 PM Subject: [RCSE] Kevlar Questions I am considering building a H/L fuse out of Kevlar. I believe I read something on the list months ago, that Kevlar has a problem with ultra violet radiation. Anyone know what happens to the kevlar under these conditions? What about the Maple Leaf, I think that is what the all Kevlar model is called, dose anyone know if they use any type of UV additives to the epoxy or if there is any such product? Thanks _ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Thanks
Wait a minute, I didn't see any replies. And I would have liked to find a source as well. So If people could please repost those replies, I would be grateful. Erik Alber "The Resin Head" http://SuperSailplanes.freeservers.com http://NuanceHLG.8k.com - Original Message - From: "Charles Miller" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: "Soaring listserver" [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, January 03, 2001 11:06 AM Subject: [RCSE] Thanks Thanks to all that replied about the tape Got it commin,, Cheers Charlie RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] HLG setup
Stefan, I guess you could have that much down throw, but I don't see the point. On my HLG I have equal throws. I have the travel volume maxed out (or at least close) but to handle the extreme control I use 100% exponential with my computer radio. I get the fine, soft feel of small throws with low stick movement along with the large, quick responses that a hand launch needs for low level flying. Or at least that's how I like it. As for that specific launch mode, it's a must. What I use on my Futaba 8UF is the programmable mixing with the channel 8 adjustment knob into my up elevator. I set it to the trainer switch so that I hold the switch down to give just about 1/16th inch up. I throw my hand launch and let the up trim point the plane up enough to get altitude, then release the switch when it has reached the desired climb angle. Then I level off at the top of the launch to go find some lift. This system has given me at least ten more feet of altitude on a good launch. For a V-tail, you need to Pmix both v-tail servo channels. I hope I didn't confuse you too much. Erik Alber "The Resin Head" http://SuperSailplanes.freeservers.com http://NuanceHLG.8k.com - Original Message - From: "Stefan Smets" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Sunday, December 10, 2000 1:52 PM Subject: [RCSE] HLG setup I've finished assembling/building my first HLG, Simprop Fashion with a V-tail. Some time ago is was said on the list to have twice down as up on the elevator. What's the reason for this ? Is it necessary ? Also, I've read something about a specific launch mode ? What exactly does that mean ? How is this set up ? Thanks, Stefan. RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Re: [RCSE] Airplane Box ???
Mr. Lynch, If you plan to ship you plane, I warn you to not ship it in chloroplast, for it will twist and destroy your ship. What I recommend is that you build a box out of wood. Theres a great article all about sailplane shipping in the latest edition of RCSD. Check it out! Erik Alber "The Resin Head" - Original Message - From: "Walter Lynch" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: "[RCSE]" [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, November 28, 2000 7:24 PM Subject: [RCSE] Airplane Box ??? Good evening all. Just sent my SWC app today, hope I make it in before the 200 people limit. Wont be able to drive to Phoenix this year, so must come up w/ a box to ship my Mantis in. Unfortunately the tail wont come off of it so I think I must make some sort of custom set up. I thought I saw a few people who made boxes out of chloroplast(sp) or what ever you call it- that plastic stuff that looks like card board. Was wondering what thickness to use and how to assemble it(glue, tape, ) Any suggestions will be appreciated. Thanks, Walter RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Elliptical leading edges on foam cores
Mr. Border, When I cut an elliptical LE on my hand launch cores, I simply eyeball and feel the shape with my fingers based on templates and the strait LE of the un sanded panels. It takes a bit of caution and skill, but can be done pretty quick. Especially when compared to carving tons of little cores with all those templates. Erik Alber "The Resin Head" - Original Message - From: "Rich Border" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, November 28, 2000 8:01 PM Subject: Re: [RCSE] Elliptical leading edges on foam cores [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I am looking for information describing methods of cutting elliptical leading edges on foam cores. Any and all info would be appreciated. Frank Weston used LOTS of little core sections in his Millennium. Rich B RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED] RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] Planknin Twist Spreed Sheet help
Hey Gang, With the Planknin Flying Wing Twist spreadsheet, what is the sweep angle measured from? LE, TE, MAC? Thanks, Erik Alber "The Resin Head" RCSE-List facilities provided by Model Airplane News. Send "subscribe" and "unsubscribe" requests to [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[RCSE] HOw to subscribe?
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