Radio Control: Electrics
THIS COLUMN INCLUDES information on a fall meet, a new catalog, more reader mail re: the E-Motion / power system, and a new connector. Paul Perret (1780 Prytania St., New Orleans LA 70130; Tel.: [504] 524-3442) is CD for the 8th Annual Gulf States Electric Fly. This year's meet, sponsored by the Ozone RC Club, is set for Oct. 26-27 at the Louisiana Polo Field near Goodbee LA. Both days feature fun flying plus some serious competitive opportunity for those so inclined. The field will be open Friday for early arrivals. Hobby Lobby (5614 Franklin Pike Circle, Brentwood TN 37027; Tel.: [615] 373-1444) recently released their latest catlog (#27) and as in the past it contains numerous new Electric items. I just don't know how these folks continue to expand their E-product line with such inceasingly large leaps and bounds!
Radio Control: Electrics
THIS MONTH'S COLUMN includes discussion on a new belt drive, supplemental info on Electric suppliers and catalogs, and measuring and using motor voltage and current information. Late-breaking news: The Dallas Electric Aircraft Fliers (DEAF) announces its tenth annual Electric Fly-In October 5-6. Contact Contest Director Frank Korman, 9354 Forest Hills Blvd., Dallas TX 75218; Tel.: (214) 327-8411. The E-modelers at ModelAir-Tech, Bob Aberle and Tom Hunt, have recently introduced the latest addition to their growing product line-a "baby" version of their well-known larger belt drives. The new drive is intended to be used with a wide variety of "smaller" motors such as the Speed 500/600 series, Astro .035 thru .15, SR Max 7 and 10, etc.
Radio Control: Electrics
THIS MONTH'S COLUMN is devoted to beginning Electric modelers - which includes beginners in aeromodeling as well as aeromodelers beginning in Electric. We will present an overview of Electric power, what it has to offer, and some suggestions for getting more information about this relatively new and very appealing aspect of our hobby. Electric is almost self-defining, just like "Gas" and "Rubber"-one of several common power sources for model flight. This column is primarily focused on RC Electrics, but the basic power source is fully applicable to Free Flight and Control Line. Electric can be flown indoors and out, and can power models ranging in size and weight from tiny one- or two-ounce craft to 20-plus pounds' worth of Giant Scale. There is no aeromodel type I know of that cannot be flown with Electric power.
Radio Control: Electrics
THIS MONTH'S topics include two meet announcements, followup on a motor mount, some photo detail on the "emphasis" function discussed last month, a Mega-motor substitute, and a developmental slow charger for "large" packs. Dick Miller sent me an announcement for the Bassett/Brown Commemorative meet June 28-29 near Reading PA. The meet is sponsored by the Cocalico Prop Dusters and is a one-design event for the Miss Philadelphia OT. There's lots of activity planned, and many opportunities to compete, including an Electric option. Write to Contest Director Paul Ahnert, 442 West Marion, Lititz PA 17543.
Radio Control: Electrics
This month's topics include a meet announcement, some speed control discussion for beginners, an advanced developmental motor power response shape control, plus a related proposal to equipment manufacturers. Michael Stewart (107 Taft Terrace, Washington NJ 07882; Tel.: [908] 689 6981) sent me an announcement for the Tenth Annual LVRCS Electric Funfly scheduled for June 7-8 at the LVRCS field near Easton PA. This is one terrific meet and I've been to all but one over the years. The Lehigh Valley Radio Control Society is a mixed-interest club (much like KRC) which includes representative Electric interest. This group does a fine job with this low-key gathering by offering open-field use most of the weekend, and several competitive challenges for those so inclined. The field is excellent, and if recent trend is an indicator you can expect about 50-60 registrants. The meet is early enough that you can still see many new E-projects just emerging from the Winter shop!
