Date: 10 Apr 93 15:48:53 GMT
From: vgblackwell@miavx1.acs.muohio.edu
Message-ID: <1993Apr10.204853.17090@miavx1.acs.muohio.edu>
Organization: Miami University Academic Computer Service"
Subject: New definitions?

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Is there a change in kite technology that will require definitions?

For example, I see two emerging braking systems.  

One, I see systems of "spoilers" or aerodynamic drag.

Two, I am seeing methods of reducing the effective sail area.  The
effective area is reduced by replacing areas of the real sail with netting.
Actually, reducing the sail area.  In boat sailing you do this bt "reefing"
the sail.  It is only a method of reducing real sail area.

I am suggesting the use of the word "spoiler" or "reefing" as generic names
for what ever individual "razz-a-ma-tazz" name that will in all probablility
become copywrited names for spoilers or reefing systems.   Hopefully, the
generic name will give the listener some idea of the general type of system
being employed to make the kite controllable in high wind.

What is your thoughts on this?

Keep yo lines tight!

Vic

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