Ep 93 - Composites with Red Jensen

Ep 93 - Composites with Red Jensen

Author: AviationRCNoob March 6, 2024 Duration: 3:50:06

Episode 93 - RC Composite - Strong, Light weight Today Matt and I get to sit down again with our friend Red Jensen. special guest Robert “Red” Jensen who is a Class I & II SUAS Chief Pilot, Master UAS Technician, and the Model Lab Operations Engineer at Dale Reed Subscale Flight Research lab at NASA’s Armstrong Flight Research Center Edwards AFB. Designer and Builder of the IF-1 Reno Racer and who I consider an expert on building a planes from fiber glass, and other composites, both RC and full sized. Links and Resources:  @RedJensen  NASA: https://www.nasa.gov/gallery/subscale-research-aircraft/ https://www.homebuiltairplanes.com/forums/threads/impulse-if-1.37989/ Recommended further watches on Composites https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2PX1p7nbw8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5nNadZKI6s Big thanks to Brian Phillips for joining us -  @RaraSVT  History - Windecker Eagle I: https://youtu.be/IVkVQW8P09A?si=fCO8udVeQ99TnDSF https://texasarchive.org/2012_00213 Podcast Links https://discord.gg/dpjGee6dtP www.Patreon.com/aviationrcnoob/ www.aviationrcnoob.com Email Us Aviationrcnoob@gmail.com matthew@avationrcnoob.com Joe@aviationrcnoob.com #RC #Aviation #Noob #ARCN #Composites #Red Jensen #Prandtl-M #Mars #Carbon Fiber #Reno Racer #NASA #UAS #Pilot Timeline 00:00 Start 01:00 Prandtl-M 04:30 Guest Welcome & Composite introduction 16:10 X-59 25:58 Our Journey in Aviation 41:40 Community and Events 48:39 History Windecker Eagle I 1:08:00 Composites with Red Jensen 1:25:00 Fabrics 1:32:00 Weaves & Weights 1:38:00 Resins 1:43:05 Spar Talk 2:18:10 Layup Types (Wet) 2:26:45 Ratios: Fiber v Resin 2:29:00 PrePreg - How to 2:39:40 Vacuum Infusion Method 2:46:20 Listener Questions 2:51:40 Good Night Joe 2:57:21 Listener Qs Cont'd 3:08:45 Layup Preparation 3:13:05 Gelcoat 3:17:20 Waxing 3:25:00 How to Spray PVA 3:27:00 Spray Adhesive 3:38:00 Closing


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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