Item 0820
DESIGN: SynchroLite -
Fuselage - Body - ErgonomicsThis is used by both the SynchroLite and the UniCopter
Drawing:
Notes:
This item is used for ergonomics for design of the fuselage body. The drawing is of a 6'-1' tall person. The drawing also includes additional dimensions, denoted by 'DBJ', for myself at 6'-4".
The lower left view is of the SynchroLite. The pilot's upper torso in the UniCopter is rotated CW about the Y-axis approximately 5º more than this view. The legs are rotated an additional 2 degrees. This is done to reduce the parasite drag and the craft will be capable of a higher forward speed which will involve a lower nose.
Variable Pilot Weight and Height:
The following is based on the generality that the weight varies with height.
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Tall heavy person |
The tops of the pedals are rotated forward. The front of the seat is raised. |
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Short light person |
The tops of the pedals are rotated rearward. The seat back is extended forward. |
The above means that a lower pilot weight will be somewhat offset by a longer moment arm.
Ankle:
Maximum ankle rotation about the Y-axis appears to be 50 degrees. Design for 25 degrees + & - from norm.
Mini 500:
Cockpit dimensions of Mini 500.
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Last Revised: February 5, 2004