CAD programs

Robert Reynolds · 2008-06-01T01:11:04+00:00

I've been looking for a CAD program for creating model plans. I downloaded a few free ones to see which features I like and which ones I don't like. I've noticed that circle, arc and ellipse are very common features, but I haven't seen a program yet that will do the complex curves required for drawing airfoils.I downloaded the free version of RC CAD, but it looks more like a toy than a drafting program. The help file says I can select different airfoils with the full ($49.95) version, but you still can't make real plans with it.The reason I'm looking is so I can draw plans for some of my designs and offer them to the public on my website. I want to make the drawings detailed enough for a relative beginner to be able to build a decent airplane from them. The first plane I'm trying to do is a 6 foot wingspan bomber that is capable of carrying 7 aluminum cans or a couple of rolls of toilet paper. So far I've drawn most of the structure in the fuselage, but I just don't know how to draw the airfoil. Any suggestions?

Jun 01, 2008 20 Replies

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<starcad 18 years ago

I couldn't agree with you more NP. I still have a copy of Drawing Board on this computer and the other 3 in the house. I've used it for everythhing from designing my yard to the fondation of my brothers shed. But, when I'm at work I just take a napkin and sketch a design that I happen to be thinking about. Most of the time they get tossed in the garbage, But!

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