Niviuk Hook 5, Руководство пользователя

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Flying this wing is very intuitive, with clear and useful feedback about the
airmass. It responds to the pilot’s inputs effectively and even in thermic
and turbulent conditions it remains stable and solid.
The HOOK 5 flies efficiently. It enters thermals with sufficient speed to
centre in the lift and climbs progressively. The handling is progressive
and effective for even more flying pleasure under an exciting wing of
extraordinary quality.
It is lightweight; even lighter in flight and easy to pilot, with outstanding
turbulence buffering and a surprising range of speed for incredible glides.
1.4 ASSEMBLY, MATERIALS
The paraglider has all the technological innovations used on other Niviuk
gliders and is built with the most careful selection of current materials. It
has all the current technology and accessories available to improve pilot
comfort whilst increasing safety and performance.
In the design of all Niviuk products the team aims to ensure development
and continuous improvement. The technologies developed in recent
years have allowed us to develop greater, better wings. It is in this
context that we would like to introduce the technologies included in this
new model.
RAM Air Intake - this system is characterised by the arrangement of the
air inlets, to ensure optimal maintenance of internal pressure. Thanks to
this design, we were able to reduce their size, while maintaining the same
air flow at all angles to improve laminar flow. More consistency across
the whole speed range and better performance without compromising on
safety.
Titanium Technology (TNT) – a revolutionary technique using titanium.
Using Nitinol in the internal construction provides a more uniform profile
and reduces the weight to gain efficiency in flight. Nitinol provides the
highest level of protection against deformation, heat or breaks.
3D Pattern Cut Optimisation (3DP) – the latest generation of wings
require a new fabric panel pattern and cutting system. Creating separate
panels for each of the sections at the front of the wing means the sail
fabric is more taut and crease-free. During the cutting, the optimal
orientation of the fabric section is selected, depending on its final
location. If the fabric pattern is properly aligned with the axes of load, it
suffers less deformation after repeated use, to the long-term benefit of
the leading edge.
3DL - adding an extra reinforced seam to the leading edge helps to
ensure more consistency and volume in the profile. This provides a more
efficient 3D contour..
Drag Reduction Structure (DRS) - the trailing edge has been reinforced
with small ribs in order to distribute the pressure more evenly. This results
in excellent manoeuvrability and greater control and precision.
Radial Sliced Diagonal (RSD) - a reinvention of the wing’s internal
structure. This new design is based on individual diagonal panels
arranged in radial form, which increase the efficiency of the internal
structure considerably.
The use of these technologies is a big technological leap forward in
building wings and a big improvement in flight comfort.
For the construction process of the HOOK 5 we use the same criteria,
quality controls and manufacturing processes as in the rest of our range.
From Olivier Nef’s computer to fabric cutting, the operation does not
allow for even a millimetre of error. The cutting of each wing component
is performed by a rigorous, extremely meticulous, automated computer
laser-cutting robotic arm.
This program also paints the guideline markers and numbers on each
individual fabric piece, thus avoiding errors during this delicate process.
The jigsaw puzzle assembly is made easier using this method and