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Old 01-10-2009 | 11:21 PM
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Default Basic Design Ratios?

I've done a number of searches and can't find the answer to my question. I know it's in these forums somewhere, but I'm not having any luck.

I need information on basic design ratios.

Example:
for a given cord you need x wingspan

For x number of square inches on the wing you need x on the horizontal stab

For x number of square inches of horizontal stab you need x for the rudder

These basic rules were all spelled out at one time, but I can't find them. There were also some pictures to demonstrate basic design criteria.

Info on biplanes would be particularly helpful.

EXample:
If I have a biplane wing with a 15" cord and 72" span, how many square inches of horizontal stab do I need?

With same wing and stab, how long should the fuselage be?

Rudder area?

Thanks