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Focusing on the principles of aerodynamics, this book offers an engaging introduction to model making for aspiring builders. It covers the mathematics of scale and the mechanics of various propulsion methods, including rubber bands, electric motors, and rockets. Readers will learn the differences between constructing models from kits versus scratch, along with practical tips on wing shaping, material selection, and weather-proofing. Emphasizing fine-motor skills, the book also fosters patience, concentration, perseverance, and problem-solving in young readers.
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Flying Models: From Soaring Flight to Real Rockets, David Jefferis
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- 2018
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- Title
- Flying Models: From Soaring Flight to Real Rockets
- Language
- English
- Authors
- David Jefferis
- Publisher
- Crabtree Publishing Company
- Publisher
- 2018
- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN13
- 9780778750192
- Category
- Textbooks
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- Focusing on the principles of aerodynamics, this book offers an engaging introduction to model making for aspiring builders. It covers the mathematics of scale and the mechanics of various propulsion methods, including rubber bands, electric motors, and rockets. Readers will learn the differences between constructing models from kits versus scratch, along with practical tips on wing shaping, material selection, and weather-proofing. Emphasizing fine-motor skills, the book also fosters patience, concentration, perseverance, and problem-solving in young readers.