FWIW, I first learned about this technique with the Anabat 2 combat plane (this was
pre-EPP). Can't recall if they called it a Bowman hinge, though.
Aerofoam* wrote:
> I have been using a similar hinge method for about 3 years, I can't remember
> if someone showed it to me or if it evolved from the "both surface tape"
> method where you fold the surface over the wing and offset the hinge.
> I space the aileron about 3/16" from the stationary surface and tape both
> sides.
> Then I dent both tape surfaces down the hinge line with a ball point pen.
> Then on a flat surface, I press the aileron to the TE and it forces the
> surfaces together. I don't bevel any of the surfaces, it isn't necessary.
> You just have to be sure to allow enough space for the hinge to operate or
> it can be too tight. (good for high speed bungees)
>
> Mark Mech
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