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Bat-Like (not bird-like): Bats inspire 'micro air vehicle' designs
Researchers study bat wings for "micro air vehicle" designs Researchers at Virginia Tech are going batty with inspiration. The researchers are mo...- And this, ladies and gentlemen, is the very first Fokker airplane built in the world. The Dutch call it the mother Fokker. — Custodian at the Aviodome aviation museum, Schiphol airport Amsterdam.
- When asked why he was referred to as 'Ace': Because during World War Two I was responsible for the destruction of six aircraft, fortunately three were enemy. — Captain Ray Lancaster, USAAF.
Words from a pilot During a commercial airline flight an experienced Air Force pilot was seated next to a young mother with a babe in arms. When the baby began crying...Flap artists: Birds sync wing beats in V formation - Do you formation guys at YFT feel this?
The next time you see birds flying in a V, consider this: A new study says they choreograph the flapping of their wings with exquisite precision to help them on their way. Cool article and video HERE- In Sydney (Nullarbor National Park) http://au.tv.yahoo.com/sunrise/ Jonny Durand Jr will be on morning television talking about his recent...
- "The Piper Cub Trike is the safest airplane in the world-- It can just barely kill you. "
- ...a lead acceptable oil like Shell Sport Plus 4). Anyway, after a long XC in my 4-stroke where I had to use some AvGas, I tried to give away some extra AvGas I landed with. ...
- Hey Monty, This is for you ... Monty Python RE the Norwegian Blue-- 'es a remarkable species. Beautiful plumage the Norwegian Bl...
- ...t is available for engine & wing. Some over engineering in the design of components for wings and chassis is important but carried to an extreme it becomes a penalty.&nbs...