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Old 11-30-2009, 02:14 PM
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Default Electric Airplanes for Dummies

Is there a single page somewhere that just gives all the simple rules of thumb for putting an electronic power system into an airplane?

ei., If I have an "ABC" plane you would need a "123" motor and an "XYZ" battery. (not brand equipment but ratings or size)

I get confused about voltages, amps, watts, "C" rating formulas, Io ratings etc.

How does it all come together?

Is there something I can print and stick on my wall in the garage so if I buy an electric plane down the road I can look at it and just by the weight of the plane I'll know what size battery and motor to buy for it?

I think I get the ESC thing, you just want something that will exceed the amps of the system right? So it's mainly the battery to motor corrolation I don't get.


Thanks for anyones help.