What are the different types of release mechanisms for gliders?

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Hello,

I ran a search online and found some examples of Nichrome and Ring and Hook based mechanisms, but i don't have enough experience to make an intelligent decision for my project. Does anyone have a good source of information for these things?

Thanks.
 
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If you can provide more information on the application it would be nice... [emoji4]
 
I think it's the release mechanism for his glider...

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