Analysis and experimental studies of the control of hang glidersA theoretical analysis of the longitudinal and lateral characteristics of hang gliders in straight flight, pullups, and turns is presented. Some examples of the characteristics of a straight-wing configuration and a Rogallo-wing configuration are given. A means for improving the control of hang gliders while retaining the same basic control feel is proposed.
Document ID
19740059295
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Phillips, W. H. (NASA Langley Research Center Flight Dynamics and Control Div., Hampton, Va., United States)