Week 3 Update

The group has selected a glider model (Figure 1 below):

Figure 1: Ets Merville SM31 Glider Plans

We will be creating a Creo Parametric (See Background Information for software info) model from these plans for the purposes of visualization and design drafting. The glider models will then be constructed using the Creo model as a guideline. 

The materials for building the models have been ordered as of the 18th of April and consist of 10 sheets of Depron (See Background Information for foam info) foam as well as foam glue. 

We have started planning out the different tests that will be conducted on the models and aim to do around three to five iterations per test and model. The tests will be as follows: 

• Flight Distance - how far model glides
• Flight Time - how long model stays aloft
• Flight Speed (See week 2 update) - ratio of altitude to distance traveled (the higher, the better)