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smooth, even when fully accelerated. During glides, the wing maintains
altitude and the wing remains stable. Improved turn precision means
handling is less physical and provides better feedback. Inflating the wing
is much easier and gentler, without overshooting.
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 ICEPEAK EVOX 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 CONSTRUCTION, MATERIALS
The ICEPEAK EVOX 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.
Structured Leading Edge (SLE) – the use of the SLE considerably
reduces the amount of Mylar which was used in previous Niviuk wings
and this also reduces the weight of the leading edge. Therefore it is easier
to inflate this wing than a paraglider without this system.
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.
3D Leading Edge (3DL)- adding an extra seam to the longitudinal axis of
the glider helps, on the one hand, give more consistency and volume to
the profile (a more efficient 3D contour).
Structured Trailing Edge (STE) - optimises the profile without deforming
it. The circulation of the air is more fluid, ensuring a cleaner airflow.
When changing the angle of attack or when accelerated, the profile
remains more uniform and the after braking, the wing returns to trim more
progressively, faster and more actively.
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.
The use of these technologies is a big technological leap forward in
building wings and a big improvement in flight comfort.