Overview
The objective of this fin can is to attempt the first potential flight candidate fin can for Hermes III. This fin can implements the lessons learned from the first fin can. It includes steel leading edges, a different laminate stack up, and the correct fin geometry.
This fin can is the second in the series of 3 fin cans for Hermes III (Rusty, Dusty, and Crusty.) This is the story of Dusty.
Tube Preparation
| Tip to Tip Ply Number | Orientation | Size | WP Kitted/Total | CF Kitted/Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 (smallest) | +-45 | 20x22 | 4/4 | |
| 2 | 0/90 | 20x22 | 4/4 | 4/4 |
| 3 | +-45 | 20x22 | 4/4 | |
| 4 | 0/90 | 20x22 | 4/4 | 3/4 |
| 5 | +-45 | 20x22 | 0/4 | |
| 6 | 0/90 | 20x22 | 0/4 | |
| 7 | 0/90 | 20x26 | 4/4 | |
| 8 (largest) | 0/90 | 22x26 | 4/4 |
11/13:
Need to CF kit:
1 more 0/90 20x22
4 more 0/90 20x26
4 more 0/90 20x26