Free-Spinning, Longitudinal-Trim, and Tumbling Tests of 1/17.8-Scale Models of the Cornelius XFG-1 Glider

Abstract

Effects of loading, mass distribution, and center-of-gravity position on the models characteristics were determined along with the inverted spin characteristics and spin-recovery parachute requirements. The model spun in a flat attitude with extreme oscillations but displayed normal recovery characteristics. Results indicated that care must be exercised in elevator action during recovery to avoid entering an inverted spin.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1946
Accession Number
ADA801439

Entities

People

  • Lee T. Daughtridge Jr.
  • Ralph W. Stone Jr.

Organizations

  • National Advisory Committee for Aeronautics

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Air Platforms

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Accuracy
  • Aeronautical Laboratories
  • Aeronautics
  • Air Force
  • Aircrafts
  • Center Of Gravity
  • Flight
  • Flight Paths
  • Free Flight
  • Gravity
  • Landing Gear
  • Oscillation
  • Parachutes
  • Scale Models
  • Spin Recovery
  • Spin Recovery Parachutes
  • Tumbling

Readers

  • Aerodynamics/Aeronautics.
  • Systems Analysis and Design

Technology Areas

  • Autonomy