David Paule, Author at KITPLANES

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David Paule retired after 30 years of structural analysis and is now building an RV-3B to keep from getting bored. The structural engineering included a mix of aircraft and spacecraft. He has been a private pilot since age 18 and currently owns and flies a Cessna 180.

Close Flanges

David Paule - March 15, 2019 0

What to do when you need to install a rivet, but an unrelated flange is in the way.

Vacuuming Connectors

David Paule - November 16, 2018 0

Vacuum electrical connectors before installation to avoid difficult troubleshooting later.

Square Ends on Round Tubes

David Paule - February 16, 2018 1

Make your cuts square on round tubes.

Magnet Clamps

David Paule - January 19, 2018 0

Use magnets to clamp parts.

Worktable Suggestions

David Paule - November 17, 2017 0

Tips for a smooth tabletop.

Marking to Make a Planar Cut on a Curved Shape

David Paule - September 22, 2017 0

Laser torpedo level makes the task easier.

Clamp Stick

David Paule - August 18, 2017 0

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Stressing Structure

David Paule - May 19, 2017 0

Beam column bending.

Stressing Structure

David Paule - February 16, 2017 2

Crashworthy design overview.

Measuring Curved Surfaces

David Paule - January 18, 2017 0

Use sewing tape.

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Aero ‘lectrics

Jim Weir - April 16, 2015 0

Electrical potpourri.

Target Fixation Taught by Trees

Kerry Fores - June 10, 2024 0

I was chopping firewood under a dead ash tree, whiffing deep, ax-head-shaped divots into my lawn, when I remembered the time, once upon a takeoff, that a living oak tree nearly got the best of me.

Whisper X350 Gen II

LeRoy Cook - March 15, 2019 3

Fast, sleek cruiser from motorglider origins.

Solder Sleeves

Dave Forster - September 25, 2022 8

Should they be in your tool kit?