Just a quick question on your wing-sweep mechanism.
Have you considered any 'camber' in the set-up. From what I'm learning regarding an F-111, the wing-tips actually lift up a tad as they sweep backwards. About 1.5 degrees. This helps to counter the dynamic of the nose wanting to pitch down as it goes from a 'fixed wing' aircraft position into a Delta.
Saves the pilots on the real-deal from having to adjust trim, and I'd guess it applies to a model too.
file for some of that green job money obama's been raving about. put it on the paperwork you want to build large scale edf target drones. that's green. then divert the money to the b1 project. granted, that's a little shady way of spending. but it's no different then everyone else.
I'd use a Carbon Fibre sandwich with 10mm Corecell in the middle for that centre section. It will be less then 1/4 the weight and even stiffer. Also it's super easy to bag.
Hope you get the funding and I'll be waiting to see you soon.
I think that the quarter inch alu sounds way to small for that g-load. especially when mounted in that direction, it will put huge strain on that part.
If it was up to me i would buy a quarter inch alu honeycomb piece in the same dimensions and then wrap some carbonfiber around it.
I think that the quarter inch alu sounds way to small for that g-load. especially when mounted in that direction, it will put huge strain on that part.
If it was up to me i would buy a quarter inch alu honeycomb piece in the same dimensions and then wrap some carbonfiber around it.
I'm sure you guys still got money to continue building the plane. I mean how do you buy food, water, shelter, etc. I'm sure you guys could continue if you wanted to. Also, whens this thing going to fly?? I'm building a 1/5 scale p51d mustang from top-flite and I'm sure I'll have it ready in a few months....I think.
1 sorry for the spelling but on the bearings you can try a tracker suply they well have boxs of like haywagin bearings there for slow speed high lade that well come in the size you want and about the only place that well late you walk in and handel the parts
You're doing what I've dreamed of doing. The B-1 has always been my favorite plane. It's just the most beautiful thing.
Whenever you get this thing ready, I want to know when and where you fly it for the first time. I'll come out and give you a hand... or at least be your cheering section.
Finally, I get the first post. Hey Bob, things are coming together nicely. I see you're definitely keeping Dad busy. This is going to be the best RC I've seen built yet. Of course, I am partial to Lance Campbell's SR-71 Blackbird because I worked on those birds back in the 1980s. Keep up the good work.
you're from Wichita, Kansas? sir I've been watching your vids and love your work. I am currently in school for AE Eng at WSU.
AdaGreat45 7 months ago
i want to see this thing flying man were is the vid ?
TheKmk4420 1 year ago
Makes me wish I knew how to work with fiberglass.
kd5gua 1 year ago
you can get this at tubemusicdownload com - it's free. your welcome.
guillermoarriagaa 2 years ago
you're WAY too big to fail, man..LOL
krislyttle 2 years ago
Just a quick question on your wing-sweep mechanism.
Have you considered any 'camber' in the set-up. From what I'm learning regarding an F-111, the wing-tips actually lift up a tad as they sweep backwards. About 1.5 degrees. This helps to counter the dynamic of the nose wanting to pitch down as it goes from a 'fixed wing' aircraft position into a Delta.
Saves the pilots on the real-deal from having to adjust trim, and I'd guess it applies to a model too.
Just a thought...
Q:)
Quokka57 2 years ago
1/4 inch Aluminum should do good. I'm building an experimental aircraft and we use that and smaller stuff.
Copes12 2 years ago
I have a idea, why don't you name the plane?
iloverush123 2 years ago
Thanks for the education. It's well worth a c note to me for the course in fiberglassing and mold making. I'll check out the RC Universe info.
I can't tell you how important it is to have help. It's a motivator in itself whe there's plenty of help to keep any project going.
Keep up the great work and I hope my donation helps.
deckdresser 2 years ago
I agree with you there DeckDresser - I've tossed in a few bob too.
Reading about stuff is one thing, but seeing it done is worth a thousand words.
And with a bit of the dry Southern humour thrown in for free :)
Gotta love their work...
Quokka57 2 years ago
I love your vids
tostrong4you 2 years ago
file for some of that green job money obama's been raving about. put it on the paperwork you want to build large scale edf target drones. that's green. then divert the money to the b1 project. granted, that's a little shady way of spending. but it's no different then everyone else.
b101aa2 2 years ago
I'd use a Carbon Fibre sandwich with 10mm Corecell in the middle for that centre section. It will be less then 1/4 the weight and even stiffer. Also it's super easy to bag.
Hope you get the funding and I'll be waiting to see you soon.
psionic001 2 years ago
I think that the quarter inch alu sounds way to small for that g-load. especially when mounted in that direction, it will put huge strain on that part.
If it was up to me i would buy a quarter inch alu honeycomb piece in the same dimensions and then wrap some carbonfiber around it.
Better, stronger and lighter.
JesperA86 2 years ago
I think that the quarter inch alu sounds way to small for that g-load. especially when mounted in that direction, it will put huge strain on that part.
If it was up to me i would buy a quarter inch alu honeycomb piece in the same dimensions and then wrap some carbonfiber around it.
Better, stronger and lighter.
JesperA86 2 years ago
FANTASTIC STUFF!!
davetowell1 2 years ago 2
Keep up the good work. Amazing stuff
davetowell1 2 years ago 2
I am a KC man too if you can help me I can see if i can help you with funing
07Clinton 2 years ago
I'm sure you guys still got money to continue building the plane. I mean how do you buy food, water, shelter, etc. I'm sure you guys could continue if you wanted to. Also, whens this thing going to fly?? I'm building a 1/5 scale p51d mustang from top-flite and I'm sure I'll have it ready in a few months....I think.
JoseKagan 2 years ago
look forward to it
feckless7 2 years ago
1 sorry for the spelling but on the bearings you can try a tracker suply they well have boxs of like haywagin bearings there for slow speed high lade that well come in the size you want and about the only place that well late you walk in and handel the parts
terry735001 2 years ago
nice
b1bman 2 years ago
You're doing what I've dreamed of doing. The B-1 has always been my favorite plane. It's just the most beautiful thing.
Whenever you get this thing ready, I want to know when and where you fly it for the first time. I'll come out and give you a hand... or at least be your cheering section.
Keep it up. You've done an incredible job so far.
elrenno 2 years ago
Finally, I get the first post. Hey Bob, things are coming together nicely. I see you're definitely keeping Dad busy. This is going to be the best RC I've seen built yet. Of course, I am partial to Lance Campbell's SR-71 Blackbird because I worked on those birds back in the 1980s. Keep up the good work.
BlackbirdSpecOps 2 years ago