Flying Models From Soaring Flight to Real Rockets
Flying Models From Soaring Flight to Real Rockets by David Jefferis, published by Crabtree Publishing Company on September 25, 2018, is a 32-page exploration into the world of model making. This book provides an engaging introduction to the principles of aerodynamics and the mathematics involved in creating models that can fly. It covers various propulsion methods, including gliders, rubber band, electric motor, and rocket-powered models, while also discussing the differences between building from kits and constructing models from scratch.
Readers will discover practical tips on shaping wings, selecting materials, and weather-proofing their creations, which help develop fine-motor skills. The book emphasizes the importance of patience, concentration, perseverance, and problem-solving in the model-making process. With its focus on crafts, technology, and aviation, this edition serves as a valuable resource for young enthusiasts interested in understanding how things work and are made.
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Models that fly need to be more than just good-looking. They need to be shaped just right to move through the air. This engaging introduction to model making explains aerodynamics, the mathematics of scale, how gliders and models propelled by rubber band, electric motor, fuel, or a rocket work, and the difference between building from a kit and building from scratch. Tips on shaping wings, choosing body materials, and weather-proofing help build fine-motor skills. Young readers are encouraged to build patience, concentration, perseverance, and problem-solving.
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