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  1. torrey.smith

    CriCri MC-15 in NZ

    This is so cool. I am designing a very small sport plane, and the Cri Cri is obviously a big inspiration. Good luck with your project!
  2. torrey.smith

    kawasaki kz 1000 motorcycle conversion

    Here is the Wikipedia article on the KZ1000. 90 HP @ 8000 rpm 59 lb*ft @ 6500 rpm I recently saw a highly modified KZ1000 do an impressive 1/4 mile at Sears Point. I think it was less than 8 seconds.
  3. torrey.smith

    New Blue Mountain Avionics phone number-

    That's really cool. I met Greg at Oshkosh 2005 and was really impressed with his demeanor. He came across as a talented guy that had put together a very sophisticated system given the asking price. Times are tough and the aviation industry can be fickle, but it doesn't mean that people can't...
  4. torrey.smith

    Hexcel Texalium Fiberglass Cloth

    My senior project idea is to use this as a replacement for for white paint to keep internal temps down, if it works. If it does, I think it would be somewhat reminiscent of the polished aluminum finishes on warbirds. I have the composite plates (carbon unpainted, carbon painted white, carbon...
  5. torrey.smith

    I think this forum will be something of a home for me

    Here is an idea for a 3 lifting surface pusher that I am fooling around with.
  6. torrey.smith

    I think this forum will be something of a home for me

    Thanks guys! I am Cal Poly, SLO Aero guy who went over to medical devices. I am definitely fuzzy on the design basics, so I hope to be able to brush up with your help. Right off the bat, can you recommend design software that helps you create a design that will be basically stable? In terms...
  7. torrey.smith

    I think this forum will be something of a home for me

    Hey Guys and Gals, It's a real pleasure to join this community! I aspire to design, build and fly some cool planes, and I hope to share that experience here. I look forward to leaning heavily on your collective skills, and in time help others as well. I am an R&D Engineer in the SF Bay Area...
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