Tailless airplane design
Article Abstract:
Aerodynamic controls for plain, swept-back, combined plain and swept-back, delta and swept-forward tailless airplanes are discussed. Views on static margin and weight distribution plus a graphic method for locating the 1/4-chord mean aerodynamic center are also included.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1995
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Canards, tandem wings and three-surface design
Article Abstract:
Several factors must be considered when designing a model airplane to achieve optimum performance. These include the aspect ratio and planform separation, the size of the fore and aft wings and the use of the appropriate airfoil.
Publication Name: Model Airplane News
Subject: Hobbies and crafts
ISSN: 0026-7295
Year: 1995
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