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The theory of the longitudinal static stability of the hang-glider

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  04 July 2016

M. V. Cook
M. V. Cook*
Affiliation:
College of Aeronautics, Cranfield University, Cranfield, Bedford, UK
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Abstract

This paper describes the development of a simple theory of the longitudinal static stability of the hang-glider. The classical theory, as developed for the conventional aeroplane, is modified to accommodate the particular features of the hang-glider. When the appropriate assumptions are made, the theory provides simple insight into the controls fixed and controls free stability and control characteristics of the hang-glider. The validity of the theoretical models is successfully demonstrated by application to a typical fifth generation hang-glider wing for which good quality aerodynamic data were available.

Type
Research Article
Information
The Aeronautical Journal , Volume 98 , Issue 978 , October 1994 , pp. 292 - 304
Copyright
Copyright © Royal Aeronautical Society 1994 

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