Glider project and drawing the glider

AERO 1020

Balsa Wood Glider Contest

Purpose

To incorporate classroom knowledge into the design of a balsa wood glider.

Goal

To design and build a balsa wood glider with the longest range.

Requirements

1. Glider must fit in an 18”x18”x6” box

2. No propulsive devices

3. Hand launching only

4. Balsa wood and glue construction only

5. Modeling clay may be used for balance

Location

The contest will take place in the MTSU Campus Recreation Center on the

2 nd

floor track.

Time & Date

Last day of classes