Hyperion Floats
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Hyperion Floats
I have a set of Hyperion 680 mm foam floats which I intend to mount on a Stevens AeroModel XS480. I realize the floats are originally meant for light foamies, and as such, are particularly light. I am concerned about:
a. the strength of the mounts,
b. if the mounts should be covered with fiberglass or Econokote to prevent the floats from absorbing water,
c. and is a water rudder necessary for aircraft control.
Would appreciate any advice from anyone who has experience with these floats.
My current thoughts are to replace the straw landing gear mounts with brass tubing, reinforce the straw\brass area with a block of balsa, and to run a carbon fiber spar along the length of the float (topside, front to back).
For those who are wondering, the XS480 has a wingspan of 47 in, length is 41 in, and flying weight is advertised as 24 oz.
Thanks Much!
a. the strength of the mounts,
b. if the mounts should be covered with fiberglass or Econokote to prevent the floats from absorbing water,
c. and is a water rudder necessary for aircraft control.
Would appreciate any advice from anyone who has experience with these floats.
My current thoughts are to replace the straw landing gear mounts with brass tubing, reinforce the straw\brass area with a block of balsa, and to run a carbon fiber spar along the length of the float (topside, front to back).
For those who are wondering, the XS480 has a wingspan of 47 in, length is 41 in, and flying weight is advertised as 24 oz.
Thanks Much!
