A053

MAKE: SynchroLite ~ Fuselage

Functions of Fuselage

To support the;

Pilot
Instruments
Fuel Tank
Stabilator & Rudder
Landing legs
Control levers
Power Train

Reference point

The reference point for the fuselage is the intersection of the centerline of the tube (& tail boom) [Y & Z] and vertical hole in mockup seat [X].

Weight and Balance Form give distances between fuselage and power train reference points.

Boom Angle

12 degrees (exactly)

Composite:

See Other / Shop Equipment / MOLDS B221

Transportation

Have the back 2 legs removable for transportation.

Crash Worthiness

Add crash absorption into aerodynamic shape under seat?

Storage

Locate a pair of small storage locations under the front of the seat and each side of the boom. They can be used to carry light items.

Balance

Put weight (battery) for light pilots at very front of boom. When the pedals are moved back the vacated hole becomes the anchoring location for this weight.

Danger re Loose Clothing or Objects June 1, 1999

There is a strong chance that loose articles of clothing, such as Snoopy's scarf would get caught in the belts and pulleys. During flight, a hard object may "fly" into the belts andpulleys and destroy them. Consider forming some light screening from the backboard back about 12 - 18". This will still allow air to get through, it will weigh very little and it will give "shape to the helicopter. Or just screen off each belt, individually. This screen might be part of protection between belts and control rods.

Last Revised: September 7, 2000