Aerodynamic Design
of Radioguided Sailplanes

by Dr. Ing. Ferdinando Galè

This book has become the classic reference work for the model sailplane designer who desires a more technical explanation of aerodynamics and stability and control than is available elsewhere in the model literature. This is a newly revised edition which is in english only. Aerodynamic Design of Radioguided Sailplanes begins with an explanation and discussion of elementary aerodynamics. Each sailplane component - wing, fuselage, empennage - is then individually examined in detail. Having analyzed each individual part, a subsequent chapter discusses the interaction of these parts as a complete sailplane. Chapters on longitudinal static stability, lateral static stability, and maneuverability make this book extremely comprehensive. A math and physics refresher and a number of examples are included in a workbook section, thus assuring the reader a grasp of all necessary elements. A complete bibliography rounds out the book.

•     Fundamental Aerodynamics
•     Airfoil
•     Wing
•     Fuselage
•     Empennages
•     Complete Sailplane
•     Static Longitudinal Stability
•     Static Lateral Stability
•     Maneuverability
•     Mathematics and Physics Refresher
•     Examples and Problems, with Solutions
•     Bibliography

312 pages, illustrated. (PDF, 6.0MB) US$28.00