Home & Garden Antiques & Arts & Crafts

Kite Design Elements

A stunt kite has a delta design which basically means is has a triangular shape.
The wing design is created with two essential elements:
  1. The structural components which form the shape
  2. The size and shape of these components which define the kite performance
Structural Components A stunt kite design consists of the following structural elements:
  • A spine running vertically up the middle of the kite
  • Two leading edges that run on each side of the spine
  • Spreaders which separate the spine from the leading edges
  • Stand-offs which separate the lower spreaders from the fabric
  • Fabric covering the frame
  • Bridles which connect the wing to the kite lines
  • Kite lines
The spine and leading edges are joined together at the top of the delta shape.
The spreaders maintain the delta shape of the kite frame and are an essential part of the kite design.
This delta frame is covered by a fabric typically made of nylon or polyester.
The kite lines are attached to the bridle.
The bridle is attached at 3 points: At each end of the lower spreader and at the leading edge attachment of the top spreader.
Performance Flight is achieved when the lift force is greater than the weight of the kite.
Weight is therefore a critical factor in kite design and fortunately one of the easiest to control.
Modern light weight materials such as fiberglass, plastics and carbon fiber provide enough strength to maintain the kites structural integrity during flight.
Fabrics such as polyester and nylon are also incredibly strong for their weight.
SHARE
RELATED POSTS on "Home & Garden"
Quilting While Remembering Special Memories of Our Family's Lives
Quilting While Remembering Special Memories of Our Family's Lives
September 2009 Print and Color School Books Calendar Page
September 2009 Print and Color School Books Calendar Page
Crafting With Vintage Linens
Crafting With Vintage Linens
Need Creative Wedding Videographer Toronto for Beautiful Memorie
Need Creative Wedding Videographer Toronto for Beautiful Memorie
Quilting 101 - Fabric
Quilting 101 - Fabric
Model Train Enthusiast' s Bible
Model Train Enthusiast' s Bible
Imagine Learning a Lifetime of Sewing Pattern Design Techniques
Imagine Learning a Lifetime of Sewing Pattern Design Techniques
Advice For Those Choosing A Riding Hat
Advice For Those Choosing A Riding Hat
Old Model Trains Have Been Powered by Horses!
Old Model Trains Have Been Powered by Horses!
May 2009 Special Days Calendar Page
May 2009 Special Days Calendar Page
Colour and Style - 7 Essential Tips For Sewers, Knitters, Felt Makers and Other Makers
Colour and Style - 7 Essential Tips For Sewers, Knitters, Felt Makers and Other Makers
Best Gas-Electric Pendant Lights
Best Gas-Electric Pendant Lights
The 4 Main Types of Gold Investment – Pros and Cons
The 4 Main Types of Gold Investment – Pros and Cons
Best Restored Lighting Fixtures
Best Restored Lighting Fixtures
Pine Cone Turkey Craft
Pine Cone Turkey Craft
How to Start Bee Keeping - Simple Steps to Start Bee Keeping Today!
How to Start Bee Keeping - Simple Steps to Start Bee Keeping Today!
How to Make Your Own Keychain
How to Make Your Own Keychain
Dangers of Generic Coin Grading Companies
Dangers of Generic Coin Grading Companies
Attention - Avoid Getting Burned By Working Safely Around A Ceramic Pottery Kiln
Attention - Avoid Getting Burned By Working Safely Around A Ceramic Pottery Kiln
What's Your Collection Worth?
What's Your Collection Worth?

Leave Your Reply

*