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Gyles AeroDesign develops software tools designed to assist airplane modelers in
improving the performance of their designs. Understanding the aerodynamic
behavior of a model is an important first step in improving its performance.
The AeroDesign ToolBox is a collection of useful software
tools for the modeler who is curious about the flight characteristics of his
model. Our aim is to keep the user interface as simple as possible
while maintaining a rigorous approach to the aerodynamic calculations.
All of the AeroDesign ToolBox programs use a "spin edit" system for data input,
where numbers can either be typed in directly or input using "spinners"
activated with either the arrow keys or the mouse. Pull-down menus allow the
selection of the most convenient units for the user.
To get a feel for the data input system, try the
freeware lift coefficient calculator
or the turn radius calculator. An
important simplifying feature of these programs is that the calculated results are
instantly updated to reflect the current input values without requiring additional user
action.
The other programs in the AeroDesign ToolBox are offered as shareware
and can be downloaded here. After the
programs have been launched 10 times, you are required to register the programs for a nominal fee if you
wish to continue using them.
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