Electric RC Airplanes: Beginners Luck Every Time
Flying an electric RC airplane is like having beginners luck every time you fly. The first remote control airplane I ever got was electrically powered, I had no flying skills whatsoever, and I still managed to fly it perfectly without even crashing. Why you ask? Because electric RC planes like the one I had are so simple, they only have two control options, power and steering. You go as fast, or slow as you want and just choose your direction.
Now yes, there are electric RC planes that you can buy or build, that have many control channels and all the works, like flaps, ailerons, etc. Those types of electric airplanes are basically made for advanced flyers who don't like the mess that comes with the use of fuel.
Most hobbyist start with an electrically powered plane, then move onto fuel powered ones once they have mastered it. But like I said, some people just don't like the mess and added expense that comes with a fuel powered engine, so they stick with electric motors. Fine, do whatever makes you happy, but I am just going to talk about getting a good electric RC plane for a beginner pilot.
Now first off you should note that electric airplanes can come in a few different types. Basically there are only park flyers, slow flyers, regular electric planes and advanced electrically powered RC airplanes.
Park flyers are mainly for parks and small areas similar to that outdoors. Slow flyers are just the opposite, since they move slower they are for indoors.
These can be great for the winter or when it is just plain to windy outside to fly.
A regular electric RC airplane is the best for beginners and is exactly what I flew as my first RC airplane. Usually these planes are priced around $50 and they have just two controls, so it is ideal for beginners. This type of airplane is usually made of Styrofoam, and very little metal, so you need to be careful when flying it. Even if you do crash and damage something, usually a little duct tape will fix anything on it. I kid you not, I still have my first electric RC plane, which I broke the wing twice on, and it still fly's!
An advanced electric RC airplane is ideal for advanced pilots who don't like the mess of fuel, like I said before, but it is also great for areas where noise is a concern and you still want the full experience.
Advanced electric R/C airplanes are more full bodied then regular ones, usually made of all plastic and balsa wood, plus they also have around 5 or 6 channels of control.
All in all, buy a park flyer if you just want a quick little flight every once in awhile, get a slow flyer if you want to fly indoors, purchase a regular electric RC plane if you want to get into the RC airplane hobby seriously, but are just a beginner. Last but not least, once you master an electric RC plane, move onto a more advanced nitro methane fuel powered one, or an advanced electrically powered plane..
Demand for Generators Set to Rocket as UK Power Crisis Looms
(ContentDesk) November 18, 2005 -- Natalie Chew, of Generators Express (http://www.generatorsexpress.co.uk), believes that demand for generators will rocket as households and businesses in the UK ready themselves for what could be a winter of power cuts. There is increasing concern that Britains natural gas reserves will run dangerously low in the event of a cold winter. This would force the government to shut down gas-burning power stations in order to maintain uninterrupted gas supplies to households. Around 40% of the UKs electricity is generated by gas power stations and shutting them down would lead to prolonged periods or power cuts across much of the country. Furthermore, several indicators suggest that this winter could be particularly severe.Households and small businesses are turning to generators as emergency power backup solutions.
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eCycle and J. Graham Engineering Collaborate On High End Electric Outboard
Temple, PA (ContentDesk) September 11, 2005 -- eCycle is pleased to announce a cooperative project with J. Graham Engineering, Inc. located in Westminster, Maryland.Under the collaborative arrangement, eCycle, Inc. and J. Graham Engineering, Inc.
will build high powered electric outboards based on the Yamaha High Thrust 8hp outboard.
This product will replace the gasoline engine with eCycle's innovative CMG "Silicon Series" brushless motor.
The result is an electric outboard with unprecedented power, performance and efficiency. Liquid cooling, power tilt and suitability for salt water use are standard features.The new electric outboards will operate at 36 & 72VDC and will be marketed for sport fishing and commercial applications.
Pleasure craft such as pontoon boats will also benefit from the outboard.
The conversion will be done in Maryland by J. Graham Engineering, Inc.The outboard is environmentally friendly, conforming to CARB 2006 standards,...
eCycle and J. Graham Engineering Collaborate On High End Electric Outboard
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eCycle and J. Graham Engineering Collaborate On High End Electric Outboard
Temple, PA (ContentDesk) September 11, 2005 -- eCycle is pleased to announce a cooperative project with J. Graham Engineering, Inc. located in Westminster, Maryland.Under the collaborative arrangement, eCycle, Inc. and J. Graham Engineering, Inc.
will build high powered electric outboards based on the Yamaha High Thrust 8hp outboard.
This product will replace the gasoline engine with eCycle's innovative CMG "Silicon Series" brushless motor.
The result is an electric outboard with unprecedented power, performance and efficiency. Liquid cooling, power tilt and suitability for salt water use are standard features.The new electric outboards will operate at 36 & 72VDC and will be marketed for sport fishing and commercial applications.
Pleasure craft such as pontoon boats will also benefit from the outboard.
The conversion will be done in Maryland by J. Graham Engineering, Inc.The outboard is environmentally friendly, conforming to CARB 2006 standards,...
eCycle and J. Graham Engineering Collaborate On High End Electric Outboard
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Electric Bikes Direct and The Cycle Station (Lancing) synergise.
(ContentDesk) July 28, 2005 -- In order for Electric Bikes Direct to broaden its existing range of products and service, they have joined forces with The Cycle Station of Lancing, Sussex.Background:Electric Bikes Direct are renowned for being leaders in the field of supplying lightweight electric folding bikes and Dahon folding bikes.The Cycle Station has established a long standing reputation for sales and service in the Electric Bike field, borne out by their 'word of mouth' clientel.Sales with a smile:The Cycle Sation has the Electric Bike range from Bright Bike, Powabyke and Sakura.As well as the excellent range of Pride Mobility scooters.Service with a smile:Should you need 'second to none' servicing on your bike, electric bike or mobility scooter, look no further than The Cycle Station. Call The Cycle Sation on 01903 765353Call Electric Bikes Direct on 0870 345 0775..
Electric Bikes Direct and The Cycle Station (Lancing) synergise.
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eCycle and J. Graham Engineering Collaborate On High End Electric Outboard
Temple, PA (ContentDesk) September 11, 2005 -- eCycle is pleased to announce a cooperative project with J. Graham Engineering, Inc. located in Westminster, Maryland.Under the collaborative arrangement, eCycle, Inc. and J. Graham Engineering, Inc.
will build high powered electric outboards based on the Yamaha High Thrust 8hp outboard.
This product will replace the gasoline engine with eCycle's innovative CMG "Silicon Series" brushless motor.
The result is an electric outboard with unprecedented power, performance and efficiency. Liquid cooling, power tilt and suitability for salt water use are standard features.The new electric outboards will operate at 36 & 72VDC and will be marketed for sport fishing and commercial applications.
Pleasure craft such as pontoon boats will also benefit from the outboard.
The conversion will be done in Maryland by J. Graham Engineering, Inc.The outboard is environmentally friendly, conforming to CARB 2006 standards,...
eCycle and J. Graham Engineering Collaborate On High End Electric Outboard
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Hurricane Warning: Rush for Emergency Generators is Already Underway in 2005
The official start of Hurricane Season is still a month away, but the rush for emergency supplies has already begun. Electric Generators Direct.com (http://www.electricgeneratorsdirect.com), an online emergency generator superstore, is already experiencing stronger than usual demand for portable and standby generators. According to Jon Hoch, founder of the Romeoville, Ill.-based e-tailer, last year's quartet of Hurricanes severely altered the generator marketplace.Manufacturers built enough inventory to weather Hurricane Charley. But when Hurricane Frances blew ashore, every remaining generator in the country evaporated. Local hardware stores sold out in a matter of hours.
Many desperate homeowners had no choice but to buy overpriced professional-grade generators with features they'd never use. And some customers waited up to four months to receive their backordered generator. "By the time Ivan and Jean hit...
Hurricane Warning: Rush for Emergency Generators is Already Underway in 2005
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