RE: Post all your
I don't drink energy drinks that often. Maybe two a week at the absolute most, most of the time I go weeks without them. I don't really get energy from them anymore. In the States, they have very concentrated energy drinks, that are about the size of a shot. There really isn't anything them that's bad for you I guess, but when they have 5000% your daily reccomended values of vitamins, that's a little scary. They work though!
Posted on: 11/21/2009 2:33 AM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Different rudder needed on different knife edge directions ?
Do you have a lot of sub trim on your rudder?
Posted on: 11/21/2009 2:31 AM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Post all your
I hate Monster. I think because it's not carbonated (or maybe I just got a flat one). I prefer either Red Bull or Rockstar.
Posted on: 11/21/2009 1:02 AM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Addiction wood buildJapan
I frequently go back to that website, as well as the build thread that Mark Novack did on the Enigma several years ago here on RCU. Amazing build log, and the Japanese airplanes are works of art. I can't believe how well they are thought out.
Posted on: 11/20/2009 12:03 AM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Post all your
I've got a serious question. Coke or Pepsi? I prefer Coke even though Pepsi was born in the Carolinas.
Posted on: 11/19/2009 6:55 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Airfoil program
Thanks for all of the info and offers to help, guys! I'll get in touch with my friend and see exactly what he needs and I'll figure out something from there.
Posted on: 11/19/2009 11:06 AM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Composite-ARF Integral, kinda build thread
I have built and flown one that is a true 0-0 setup with downthrust taken out (about 1/16"), and one that was built bone stock. I couldn't really tell the difference between the two of them. Otherwise they had identical setups.
Posted on: 11/18/2009 11:15 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Post all your
The CC does have a brake. Most ESC's have a brake. It's nice to have, don't get me wrong, but a proportional brake isn't something needed in Intermediate. A brake is very nice to have on any electric airplane. Re-reading my post, I think I came across as saying a brake is not necessary, however I intended to say a proportional brake is not necessary.
Posted on: 11/18/2009 2:55 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Post all your
Joe, Proportional braking means that you can control the amount of brake that the speed controller produces. For example, with the Schulze 32.80KA, you setup a throttle curve, and point one and below are setup to be your brake. All of the other points are adjusted to produce a linear curve with the remaining portion of the throttle curve. Point one on the transmitter is typically a good ways up the graph, (the curve I have here the first point is set at 62, but the throttle stick only moves up about 1/8 of the travel), and the other points are tweaked to provide the balance of the throw. Now, this is setup on a switch that limits the throw on the bottom end of your throttle so you don't get down below point one for your regular flying, but when you want the brake to activate, you flip the switch and use the throttle stick throw you have to adjust. It's sort of complicated, but the results are amazing on the Pletty/Shulze combo. I'm not sure about the proportional brake on the CC ESC's, ask Dave Lockhart. I will say that you very more than likely will it for a while. You only need the brake to fit in rolls on a downline, for example the 2/2 down on the Figure '9' in P09. In Sportsman and Intermediate, and even Advanced, and likely Masters (although there may be a use for it in Masters), it simply isn't needed. Throttle control is key, if you can't control the throttle now, how do you think it will be easier when you throw something else into the mix? Just food for thought from an insomniac.
Posted on: 11/18/2009 1:36 AM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Will K Band Radar mess with Spektrum 2.4 signal???
If this has been mentioned before in this thread, I apologize, but how was your antenna on your transmitter oriented? If the end of the transmitter was pointed at the airplane, you could have possibly lost signal. However, this shouldn't be the case, since you should have gone into failsafe. That's the only thing I can think of. Hope this helps!
Posted on: 11/18/2009 12:08 AM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: JR 9303 2.4 is not bindind??????/
That means something is wrong with your module. Maybe your bind button is stuck, or your RF module is dead.
Posted on: 11/17/2009 10:53 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Black Magic VF3 Build Thread
Didn't she cover her cell phone as well?
Posted on: 11/17/2009 10:52 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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Airfoil program
Hello all, I wasn't really sure where to put this, but since it's pattern related, I figured someone else out there would know. I'm in the stone age with regard to aircraft design. I'd love to learn SolidWorks, but right now I'm still drawing airplanes out on BIG sheets of paper. I've finally finished revising a design for next year (as well as new wings for my Partners), and I want to start with the engineering and actual construction of the airplane. I've got the airfoil that I want to use drawn out (it was something I literally drew out, not a NACA, Eppler, or anything), and a friend of mine has a CNC foam cutter that he's offered to cut the foam with. He needs coordinates to cut the airfoil, and I need to figure out a way to get that from my drawings. Is there a program out there that you can scan the airfoil in, and be able to get coordinates out? I realize it won't be a scan it in, and spit out numbers, but if there is something out there that can do that, could someone please point me in that direction? Thanks!
Posted on: 11/17/2009 10:39 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: JR 9303 2.4 is not bindind??????/
I would think that if he's bound another transmitter to that receiver, then perhaps he is binding correctly. Have you bound your transmitter to another receiver to see what it does? Does your module make a slight hum when it's turned on? The only thing that I can think of is the RF board somehow going out. Not being familiar with Trinidad (other than Dave Stodart's stories!), I assume you're probably fairly close to the ocean. Do you think something could have corroded?
Posted on: 11/16/2009 11:09 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Updated Weight Requirements?
Alright, thanks Tony!
Posted on: 11/14/2009 1:00 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Updated Weight Requirements?
Tony, Dumb question, but do you think if the Masters sequence was shorter, and it was feasible to use 4350's, would you still be interested in making a weight change proposal? It seems as though a lot of your argument has hinged on the fact that you need 5000 mAh packs to get through the Masters sequence without prematurely killing your batteries. Lower classes don't necessarily need the capacity and the power that Masters does. One of the proposed Masters sequences is the same length as the newer FAI schedules. Just food for thought.
Posted on: 11/14/2009 2:17 AM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Delro Emotion
Sweet! Awesome job, Chris!
Posted on: 11/13/2009 10:50 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Electric Pattern Aircraft"
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RE: Pattern Foamy (outdoor) suggestions...???
[quote]ORIGINAL: Thinn How about the ''Rainbow''? http://www.throttlestore.com/planes/almost_unbreakable/rainbow_.50_size_f3a_3d_undestructable_electric.aspx?lang=EN [/quote] I want that just because they have Master of Puppets blasting on the video!
Posted on: 11/4/2009 12:10 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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Wire Source?
Hey Guys, I was hoping that someone out there could help me. I'm looking to get some wire, four strands of shielded 22 AWG, with one brown, one red, and two orange strands of insulation. I am looking to make some custom servo leads for dual elevator servos, and can't seem to find a source for this wire, at least for model purposes. I really would like the wire to be joined together, the closest thing I can find is Cat 5e plenum, and that's not particularly close to what I need. Help! Thanks.
Posted on: 11/4/2009 12:14 AM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "RC Radios, Transmitters, Receivers, Servos, gyros"
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RE: YS 160 runs too hot in Genesis
You also have to consider that your motor isn't getting the same amount of cooling when it's not at cruise speed. Fly the airplane before you put more holes. If you put more holes in the front, then you'll have to put more holes in the bottom to let that air out. You have to have more outlet area than inlet area to act as a vacuum. Something to consider.
Posted on: 11/1/2009 7:44 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: YS 160 runs too hot in Genesis
Mark, You need around 2 1/2 times the air outlet area as you do intake to allow the air to pull through. What you've got now is the air stagnating in the cowl because it can't get out fast enough. You've got plenty of intake area, so make your air outlet larger and see if that helps. I've never needed to duct a YS because I've had enough air flowing over it, but if that still doesn't help, maybe take some foam and cover up your cheek inlets and that will direct more air to the head of the motor. I hope this helps!
Posted on: 11/1/2009 1:49 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Post all your
Hey Joe, I didn't want to get into the two batteries discussion, as in my mind, I wouldn't use that in a 110 sized airplane. That being said however, I am a propnent of two batteries in an airplane. I have a buddy that has started using two batteries for his receiver packs and even though he was using a cheap MPI regulator, both of his Integrals made weight with them so he didn't change them out. He sold an Integral and got a Delro Addiction, and decided to go with one battery in that. On the third flight, he was on a downline and the airplane almost went in. When he landed the airplane, the lights on the satellites were flashing, indicating a power loss. He was running a single 730, and actually had been running that battery in a set with another one in his Integral. He realized the advantages of two batteries right there. Anyway, I don't think the extra weight is worth it on a 110 sized airplane, however if you want to do that, get the dual 480's and a Tech Aero regulator. I won't use anything else, as they are about the lightest regulator out there, adjustable, bulletproof, and Ed is a super nice guy to deal with. He was talking over my head in about two seconds when I called him and wanted to ask some questions about the regulators before I bought one, and that was with him "Fisher Pricing" it down. The man knows his stuff. And to echo what Scott said, get a good charger. I like the Thunder Power 610C for smaller packs like your receiver packs, however the Great Planes Triton does an awesome job as well. For your flight packs- FMA Cellpro 10S, hands down. The way this charger charges, it balances at the same time, so your packs are done when they are done charging, and they are cool and ready to fly as soon as you pull them off the charger. Congrats on your choice to switch to electric!
Posted on: 11/1/2009 1:43 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Post all your
Seperate battery ALWAYS! The size depends a lot on what size airplane you're flying, but guys with 2m airplanes generally run a 2S 480 or 730 LiPo. The 730 seems to be the most common. If you can afford the weight of a 730, it will offer you both extra flight time, and extra margin of safety with added capacity. What airplane are you going to be flying?
Posted on: 10/31/2009 8:04 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Extreme Flight Vanquish 2M?
The yellow airplane has red and yellow checks on the bottom. Similar to Andrew Jesky's bottom colors.
Posted on: 10/31/2009 9:49 AM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Hacker C50 13XL (Comp). What's your experience?
I'm not sure if the -13XL is any different from the -14XL in terms of failure rates. I've been told that the -13XL's winding makes it more comparable to a Plettenberg. The failure rate mentioned probably stems from lack of gearbox lubrication. I think every 50 flights (maybe 30), the gearbox needs to be lubricated to prevent from seizing. It's not that big of a deal and is something you can do yourself, it's just the fact that you have to do it, versus a no maintenance motor like an outrunner that you can fly forever. I think Chad Northeast is still flying his prototype 30-10 Evo that he got in 2006.
Posted on: 10/29/2009 3:10 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Composite-ARF Integral, kinda build thread
Dave, Do you use tow or cloth when you're laminating the props? I assume you go down to the hub as well? I really liked how Quique's props worked at the WC and it seems as though you can gain a lot of performance with slight adjustment.
Posted on: 10/27/2009 4:22 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: .10 size mini pylon racer help needed!
Hi Calvin, I believe you're one forum off. This is the pattern flying forum, not pylon!
Posted on: 10/27/2009 12:34 AM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "General Racing Discussion"
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RE: Practice planes: Helpful or not?
It helps that you're flying. Otherwise, the only thing that will mimic what you want is to fly your competition airplane. Stick time never hurt anything, and you will be better off for it.
Posted on: 10/26/2009 11:06 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Cost effective 2M electric dedicated planes.
I imagine that the Extreme Flight Vanquish will fit the bill nicely. I've heard quite a bit of good stuff about it, and Andrew Jesky flew one at the Atlanta Huckfest last weekend and had nothing but good things to say about it. Keep it on your radar.
Posted on: 10/26/2009 11:05 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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RE: Ventura- new Quique Somenzini design
What Chad said! Brian, I haven't forgotten about you, I failed to mention which airplane I was talking about when I forwarded your message to Quique. If I don't get an e-mail back from him before I go up to Illinois, I'll beat it out of him when I get there!
Posted on: 10/24/2009 8:37 PM by Author "Ryan Smith" in the forum "Pattern Flying"
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