The art and physics of soaring
APR 01, 1984
With the advent of modern molded composite materials, the performance of sailplanes has improved dramatically and sparked a renaissance in the sport.
DOI: 10.1063/1.2916192
Modern materials technology, combined with three‐quarters of a century of experience in glider design, has given us sailplanes capable of superb performance. In the hands of a pilot who understands the basic physics of soaring and has mastered the art of maneuvering his craft, the sailplane of today offers a truly exhilarating sport, whether one’s interest is in recreation or competition.
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Lloyd Hunter, University of Rochester, Rochester, New York.
© 1984 American Institute of Physics
