Ep 100.4 - A New Way to Fly with Al Bowers *Giveaway* (Spotify)

Ep 100.4 - A New Way to Fly with Al Bowers *Giveaway* (Spotify)

Author: AviationRCNoob January 19, 2025 Duration: 2:11:58

Episode 100 - Part 4 A New Way to Fly with Al Bowers - *Giveaway* If you listen carefully enough you can hear the moment that our minds are blown. Al Bowers, retired NASA Scientist and engineer, honors us with a detailed conversation about his Prandlt-D Project. Join us as we talk about how it came about, its challenges, and how it may change aviation completely. This project did more than tested the theory, but ensured repeatable and reliable/usable proof that this concept wasn’t just groundbreaking, but could change aviation and other industries going forward towards a greener tomorrow. You might just have that mind-blowing moment yourself. Al also answers listener questions. **Giveaway Rules** In any of the Episode 100 Youtube Videos, Like, Subscribe and Comment on what topic you want to see the Aviation RC Noob Podcast cover. 2 weeks from the full video release, a Random entrant will be selected. Prize: a Gladiator Kit with Motor and Servos from Windcatcher RChttps://windcatcherrc.com/product/gladiator/ Prandlt project - More information Links https://ntrs.nasa.gov/api/citations/20160003578/downloads/20160003578.pdf https://ntrs.nasa.gov/api/citations/20210014683/downloads/H3284FINAL.pdf https://www.aerotechnews.com/blog/2019/01/18/armstrong-chief-scientist-albion-bowers-retires/ https://ntrs.nasa.gov/api/citations/20180007802/downloads/20180007802.pdf https://www.amaflightschool.org/blog/manned-prandtl Translation of the original L. Prandlt 1933 paper https://rnwest.engineer/wings-of-minimum-induced-drag-prandtl1933/ Other related content https://www.nestofdragons.net/weird-airplanes/flying-wings/special-horten-flying-wings/dragonwing/wing-design-by-albion-bowers/ https://www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?2582283-The-Prandtl-D-No-3 Podcast Links https://discord.gg/dpjGee6dtP www.Patreon.com/aviationrcnoob/ www.aviationrcnoob.com https://x.com/noob_rc Email Us Aviationrcnoob@gmail.com matthew@avationrcnoob.com Joe@aviationrcnoob.com #RC #Aviation #Noob #ARCN #FlyingWing #Horten #PrandltD #aeronauticalengineering #Giveaway #NASA #NoobWonder #DIY #Innovation #radiocontrol **Episode 100 - Part4 Bookmarks** 00:00:00 Prize Giveaway at the end 00:03:00 Beginnings of the Prandlt-D 00:11:45 L. Prandlt 1921 -Fluid Dynamics Applied to Aeronautics, ESLD 00:17:34 L. Prandlt 1933 - Minimum Induce Drag BSLD 00:26:00 BSLD - Bell Shaped Lift Distribution 00:30:00 Wash Vectors and Bird Tails 00:49:30 Is Prandtl-D more like Surfing? 01:07:10 Efficieny 01:15:00 Project Team - Speed limits 01:30:00 cFOSS 01:37:45 Research Results 01:40:00 Full Scale test 02:07:00 Thanks 02:08:08 Giveaway Details Music: www.purple-planet.com


Ever find yourself staring at a collection of remote-controlled planes or helicopters, wondering where to even begin? Or maybe you've been in the hobby for a while but still have those moments where your latest project ends up more in pieces than you intended. That's the space where The Aviation RC Noob lives. Hosted by AviationRCNoob, this podcast is a candid conversation about the joys and frustrations of radio-controlled aviation. It’s built on a simple idea: no question is too basic, and no mishap is too embarrassing to share. You'll hear straightforward discussions about hobby fundamentals, from choosing your first model to understanding the mechanics of flight, all aimed at building confidence for newcomers. But it's not just a dry manual; the show brings in seasoned experts for their hard-won tips and tricks, and actively shares useful resources discovered along the way. Just as importantly, the hosts regularly recount their own flying experiences and adventures, meaning you get to learn from their mistakes and laugh along with their stories. It’s this mix of practical guidance and genuine camaraderie that makes the podcast a unique companion, whether you're nervously unboxing your first kit or you're a veteran pilot looking for a relatable nod and a new technique. Tune in to feel like you're hanging out at the flying field with friends who get it.
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