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TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
Construction of the canopy:
The canopy of the MUSE 5 consists of 50 cells over the wingspan. The wingtips are slightly
pulled down and this produces a kind of stabilizer. The Muse 5 is combination three rib
diagonal-construction paraglider. Every main rib is attached to the 3 or 4 suspension lines.
Between these main suspension ribs, intermediate ribs are suspended by “bridge” diagonal
ribs system. These diagonal ribs lead to 80% of height of ribs. This construction ensures a
smooth top surface and precise airfoil reproduction. The internal reinforcements maintain the
precise form of the canopy and provide stability. The cell openings on the under-surface 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-reinforcements combined with plastic rods on the leading
edge help to keep airfoils in right shape and this guarantees a high level of stability. Large
cross spots allow effective airflow inside the canopy, providing good re-inflation without
reducing the profile accuracy. The Muse 5 is made of the proven Skytex 32, Skytex 38,
Nylon fabrics from Porcher Sport. Like any synthetic material, this can deteriorate through
excessive exposure to UV.
Rigging system:
The lines of the Muse 5 are made of proven strong and stretch resistant covered
Aramid/Kevlar lines and Dynema lines. The entire rigging system comprises individual
suspension lines looped and stitched at each end. The lines have strengths from 75 kg up to
230 kg (340 kg for Muse 5-34).
The suspension lines are comprised of “cascaded top lines” (attached to the under-
surface),”cascaded middle lines” (cascade 2 to 2 top lines together on middle main lines),
and “main lines”. Main lines lead to the “quick link” (a Maillon which connects lines and
risers). The “stabilizer lines” connect the upper stabilizer lines on the outer suspension
points with the quick link. The”brake lines” are not load carrying suspension lines. They lead
from the trailing edge of the canopy to the main brake lines and run through the pulleys on
the C-risers to the brake handles.