Stellar Dimension X-Static

Stellar Dimension X-Static

Contributed by Greg Elder

[NAR][Sport Rocketry]

The following excerpt is from "Sport Rocketry". The intention is to allow guests to get a basic feeling about a kit. We strongly suggest that you get a copy of the referenced Sport Rocketry and read the entire article. Inside you will find many helpful hints in construction as well as other useful information. For more information, use the two links above.




(Sport Rocketry - Sep/Oct 1998 - page 34 - by Greg Elder) 

"The X-Static is the first boost glider produced by Stellar Dimensions, Inc. (SDI)"
"SDI is known for square, angular shaped rockets."
"As with other SDI kits, the X-Static consists of laser-cut basswood parts."
"The instructions seemed rather sparse at first (one 8 1/2" x 11" sheet of paper with 3 illustrations) but assembly is very easy."
"The pieces are pre-slotted . . ."
"I found all the parts to fit together perfectly."
"All of the parts are made from wood, even the launch lugs."
"Very little, if anything, is stated about trimming the rocket for a proper glide."
"The kit includes a penny to use as counter-weight."
"In my opinion, it would be better if the instructions indicated the proper Center of Gravity (CG) for the X-Static and had you add weight to achieve the correct CG."
"I flew my X-Static using an A8-3, the only recommended engine."
"The boost was very straight. The engine ejects from the motor housing after the boost."
"I was very pleased with the appearance and easy construction of the X-Static."
"The glide performance was not that great, however."

The entire article gives the impression is that it is a nice bi-wing glider, that is easy to build.

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