The Theory and Practice of Model Aeroplaning by V. E. Johnson
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"The Theory and Practice of Model Aeroplaning" by V. E. Johnson is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book delves into the principles and practices associated with constructing model aeroplanes, emphasizing the importance of balancing theoretical understanding with practical implementation. It discusses various factors impacting aeroplane design, including weight, resistance, stability, and propulsion. The opening of the text introduces the author's intent to illustrate the art and science
of model aeroplaning, distinguishing between models that are designed primarily to fly and those that serve as miniatures of full-sized aircraft. It outlines the challenges of building scale models capable of flight, particularly under 10 feet, and emphasizes the significance of weight management in achieving successful flights. Johnson suggests that model aeroplanes should prioritize simplicity for efficiency, and initiates a discussion on the critical issue of weight, setting the stage for further exploration of aerodynamics and design considerations crucial for aspiring model aeroplane builders. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Johnson, V. E. (Valentine Edward) |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | a11001498 |
| Title | The Theory and Practice of Model Aeroplaning |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Mark Young and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 73.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | TL: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics |
| Subject | Airplanes -- Models |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 41135 |
| Release Date | Oct 21, 2012 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 451 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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