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TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
The FIDES is an elliptical plan glider constructed with 38 cells. The last four cells at each wing tip are closed. The
FIDES is suspended at every second cell (18 load bearing sections). At the harness connection, the FIDES has four main risers
(A, B, C, and D) with additional E-risers branching of the d-risers on sections 4 and 10. In all, there are 80 connection points to the wing.
„V“-ribs, or diagonal reinforcements, are used to spread the load from the lines in an efficient manner while maintaining a smooth profile and reducing
drag. This is a rare and complex design for a glider in this class and is one of the reasons for the FIDES’ exceptional performance
The FIDES is equipped with „split“ A-risers to facilitate the
„big-ears“ wing reduction and descent manoeuvre. The brake
(or „control“) lines are run through a pulley connected to the
D-riser. The Brake line length is set at the factory and is clearly
marked. Do not alter the brake line length. Resistance should
be felt in flight after 6 to 10 centimetres of travel.
Speed system
The FIDES is equipped with a standard speed system
(foot actuated lines running to the fronts of the A-risers).
The system works on the A, B, and C-risers, to varying extents.
The system lowers the angle of attack of the wing (the angle
at which the wing meets the air as it moves forward).
Recommendation:
As with all paragliders, the speed system does have a negative influence on stability and should only be actuated at safe altitudes.
Its best use is to increase ground speed and glide-ratio into the wind. At the first sign of turbulence, disengage the speed system.
Like all paraglider, the FIDES is a foot-launched glider, not a parachute. It is designed for winch or hill launched soaring flight, not as a descent para-
chute. Paragliders cannot normally withstand the opening shock to which parachutes are subjected.
A
B
C
D
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Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Risers and speed system
Upper Surface
Load Bearing
Diagonal
Lower Surface
Line Attachment
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