Aeronautical Engineering Project

In summary, the speaker is studying aeronautical engineering and is in their 2nd year. They have decided to build an aircraft spoiler for a project and test it in a wind tunnel. However, they are currently struggling to find information on dimensions, cost, lifetime, weight, and material for the spoiler. They also need help deciding on the best method for controlling the spoiler. They are open to suggestions and have considered using a pre-existing RC powered sailplane/glider with spoilers to assist with their project.
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Hi guys,

I'm studying BTEC Level 3 Aeronautical Engineering and I'm in my 2nd year. I have to create a project related to an aircraft. I have decided to build an aircraft spoiler and show how it works by putting it into a wind tunnel once I've built it.

However I am stuck at the moment. I cannot find any relevant information e.g. aircraft spoiler dimensions, cost, lifetime, weight, material etc. I need all these info's so I can work out the wing to spoiler ratio and build a smaller version of an aircraft wing with spoilers and I also need this information to put into my Product Design Specification.

Also I'm not sure whether I should build an electronic circuit to control the spoiler(s) or do it another way e.g. fly-by wire method. Can any of you suggest me any books, e-books, online articles etc. that would help me?

I Appreciate any help.

Thank you,
 
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I'd start with a sub 100 buck rc powered sailplane/glider and get some spoilers that already exist.

Then you can use the fact that you now have actuation to get your ratios correct and whether you want a simple dam or something that fits the profile of the wing.

It also gives you an excuse to play with a rc plane as long as it is used to benefit your studies rather than a distraction from them.

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