Buildup Of Canopy - Nova IBEX Betriebshandbuch

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NOVA IBEX Technical Description:
The concept behind the new NOVA IBEX demonstrates a wing with a perfect
combination of maximum performance, uncritical extreme flying manoeuvres
and maximum fun.
The basic form of the NOVA IBEX is a slim, elliptical, slightly rearward swept
wing.

Buildup of canopy:

The canopy of the IBEX is built by 39 cells over the wingspan. The wingtip is
slightly pulled down, building a kind of stabilizer.
2 to 3 suspended ribs are building a suspension group, which are connected by
short forks of the top line elements. Between those suspended ribs, the ribs are
suspended by diagonal ribs.
This buildup ensures a smooth top surface, exact airfoil reproduction, and yet
most importantly, very few suspension points. So the NOVA IBEX has very few
lines and thus associated parasitic drag, which gives it an excellent glide
angle.
The profile of the NOVA IBEX is computer calculated and selected from many
variations. The best profile was selected. It excels with very high stability, easy
handling, a big speed range and amazingly high performance.
The NOVA IBEX presents a closed leading edge to the airflow. Internal Trilam
reinforcements maintain its precise form and provides stability. The cell
openings on the undersurface of the profile's nose provide airflow into the
glider. Stretch resistant flares, integrated with diagonal ribs at the suspension
points, ensure an even distribution of load throughout the canopy. A stretch
resistant Mylar stripe on the trailing edge defines the wingspan and guaran-
tees, together with an optimized sail tension, a high form stability.
Large cross port vents allow effective airflow inside the canopy, providing good
reinflation without reducing the profile accuracy.
Rigging system of the NOVA IBEX:
The lines of the NOVA IBEX are made of strong and stretch resistant Polyester/
Polyethylene lines.
The entire rigging system comprises individual suspension lines looped and
stitched at each end.