Control Line: Speed
Gene Hempel
Before commencing this month's column, I would like to thank the individuals who took time to write. I appreciate your comments and suggestions.
Unofficial .21 Sport Speed event
The first noteworthy item concerns the .21 Sport Speed unofficial event to be held at the 1986 Nats. The models will be processed in the normal manner from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m., Tuesday morning, July 29. There will be a $5 entry fee. This is the same day that A and FAI Speed are flown.
Nuremberg — International Model and Toy Fair
The second news item covers my recent trip to Nuremberg, Federal Republic of Germany, for the International Model and Toy Fair. This is the largest trade show and is known all over the world. There were so many items to observe that there wasn't time to visit all the booths. I did have the opportunity to visit with engine manufacturers from around the world. Conversing with these people and discussing what is available for the model engine market really got my adrenaline flowing!
There were some interesting projects in the design stage which pertained to porting design and gas flow studies. Several engines looked promising for Control Line applications:
- Cipolla .15 for FAI Speed and Combat
- Cipolla .15 diesel for Team Race
- New OPS .40, useful for Formula 40 and Rat Racing (the OPS .40 case looked pretty strong but still exhibited a bolt-on front end)
The majority of the engines and model products were designed primarily for the RC market.
Research and development
In the research and development department, I had the opportunity to work with a leading research institute concerning the application of two-cycle engines for gas flow studies. Upon completion, I hope to write a brief overview of what was accomplished by all the hard work that is associated with this type of activity. It is a labor of love and certainly no way to make a living.
Speed pans
I received a letter from Nick Arpino (301 Woodacres Road, East Patchogue, NY 11772). He indicated he has an abundance of speed pans for any speed application. Mail a self-addressed, stamped envelope (SASE) to Nick for more information on prices (which are very reasonable).
Jet Speed
Another fine letter came from Gene Howard (Albany, NY) that pertains to Jet Speed. Gene mailed some excellent photos and plans of Elio Zanin's two-line asymmetrical jet model. This particular model was built and flown in Italy in the early 1960s.
Next month
Next month's column will cover how to get started in flying .21 Fun Speed and have fun.
Gene Hempel 301 N. Yale Dr. Garland, TX 75042
Transcribed from original scans by AI. Minor OCR errors may remain.
