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David Paule

David Paule
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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.

Stressing Structure

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V-n Diagram.

Odd-Size Transfer Punch

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A custom match-drill punch.

Analysis Tools

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We don't use slide rules anymore. Back in the day, they were handy calculation tools, but limited because they don't have addition or...

Stressing Structure

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Places to save weight and places not to.

Bolted Joints

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Bolted joints are pretty simple. Drill some holes, drop a bolt into them, add a washer and a nut, and torque to the...

Center-Drill Large Holes

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Brass tubing helps keep the drill bit centered.

Stressing Structure

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Torque tubes and the shear modulus.

Stressing Structure

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Local crippling.

Stressing Structure

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Buckling of Panels.

Stressing Structure Series Reference Library

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The engineering publications referenced in the KITPLANES series "Stressing Structures" by David Paule.

In Case You Missed It

Kit Stuff

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Drawing on experience; by cartoonist Robrucha.

Franklin vs. Edison et al. and Marconi

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A word we use rather flippantly when perusing electronic circuitry—ground.

Effect of Propeller RPM on Speed, Efficiency, Noise, and Vibration

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Getting better performance from a constant-speed prop.

How to Use Your Oxygen System

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Things to know before you go. By Gary Jones.