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IBEX 3 technologies
Optimised cell widths
SmartCells counteract the variable force distribution within the
wing that is caused by the line attachments. In NOVA paragliders
constructed using SmartCells, the cell widths have been adapted
to the load – basically, intelligent cells. Wings with SmartCells fly
more calmly, are more compact and glide better.
Flat profile nose
Anyone who tries to fold a piece of paper around a ball will notice
that there are always creases. The nose profile of a paraglider
is the same – the sail cloth has to adjust to both the profile and
ballooning effect (cells are round, not straight). Double 3D Shaping
uses additional seams to reduce creasing and therefore increases
the performance of the wing.
More compact
The aspect ratio of a glider is not the only factor in passive safety,
but still a very important one. A high aspect ratio favours cravats
after asymmetric collapses, generally shortens brake travel and
normally makes wings more difficult to fly. Nova‘s analytical tools
permit us to build performance wings even with a low or moderate
aspect ratio.
Less is more
Our idea of a three-liner with less line length allows us to construct
wings with very good performance and a high degree of
passive safety. The way we have conceptualised the lines has made
it possible to manufacture wings which are collapse resistant;
but when they do collapse, the collapsed area is
generally less extensive. This significantly improves
the wing’s extreme flight behaviour.
Comfort on the ground
All NOVA paragliders are made to be easy to use. For packing you
can use a concertina bag, but it is not essential. Our extensive
experience with rods has taught us that the packing method
has little influence on the durability of the wing.
Bent rods quickly spring back into their original shape.
Light as a feather and robust
Very light but still durable: light weight NOVA wings weigh
little but are still robust enough to withstand the hard conditions of
the mountains. The profiles are made out of durable cloth,
so that this highly-stressed component does not deform – like
it can with ultra-light material. This means we are able to guarantee
consistent flying characteristics.
Smart Cells
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