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How do hybrid control surfaces work?
I am trying to build a self-stabilized model rocket with actuated fins. Suppose the rocket has 4 fins. The diagonal fins must rotate together to control the yaw/pitch motion, and all the fins are ...
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Control surfaces on radio-control models of airliners
Do large RC airliners like the huge Emirates RC A380 still need all the same control surfaces that a real A380 has I,e leading edge slats? If not why is this the case.
Many thanks for your time in ...
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How to calculate the variation of Z force with elevator deflection (Zδe) in Nelson for pitching dynamics?
I have been trying to model the pitching dynamics of a General Aircraft (Nelson, "Flight Stability and Control"). I need to use the Zδe which uses ...
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How do elevons work to roll a flying wing?
I have an RC Flying Wing that uses elevons for control. To go up both elevons move upwards and the wing pitches up. Both go down and the wing pitches down. I’m OK with this.
However, if I want to ...
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How to calculate aileron deflection for achieving similar roll dynamics at thin and dense air?
my question is inspired by projects like Perlan etc when one is trying to fly in thin air with a glider.
It is well known that at high altitude (say 10-20km) aircraft control becomes 'sluggish'.
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