FREE PROGRAM DOWNLOADS
Free to download, and free to use!
These
programs are all e-mail ware. This means that if
you use them the only reward I want for the time and effort to
write them is that you send me a quick note and/or picture of
your kite related object. I wrote these programs
to give back to the kiting community some of what they have
given to me over the years. If you wish to link to
this page or include any of these programs on a program
compilation CD then contact me for permission (I haven't
turned down anyone yet!) I just like to know who
is using my program(s) and what city and country they live in.
NPW9b
VULTURE Calculator
(Version
1.1.11)
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*
NEW *
Supports multi-languages
* NEW
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icon to download the
file.
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downloaden.
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per eseguire il download del programma.
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Cliquez sur l'icône de programme pour télécharger le dossier.
The
latest entry in the NASA Parawing line of
kites. These are single
skin traction kites that do not require spars of any kind.
The kite is entirely "soft". This program will
allow you build a traction kite from 0.73m² to a 95.68m² in
area. Sizes over 5m² should only be attempted by
experienced fliers.
These type of kites are widely regarded as
one of the most simple kite sewing projects, yet you end up
with a strong pulling, fun kite.
You
enter how many centimeters
tall you wish
the kite to be, the
program gives you all other dimensions.
Construction details are given in
step-by-step instruction forms.
Requires 1024 x 768 resolution screen. (Windows OS only)
Beware that
these traction kites can generate
massive pull and improper use can result in
injury or even death.
This ZIP
file contains the English, Portuguese, Dutch, Italian and
French
language files.
Coming
soon:
Spanish, German
Others in
the works: Swedish, and Polish.
If you do
not see your language listed here and wish to translate,
drop me a note at the mail address on the left.
Additions
from the "old" English only version:
-bridle
and flying line recommendations
- kite size
recommendations based on body weight and wind conditions
- detailed
information on Q extensions, fids and braided line loss.
eNPW5 Calculator
(Version 1.0.0)
Enhanced NASA
Wing PROGRAM
CLICK IMAGE TO
DOWNLOAD
You
enter how tall you want
the kite to be - the program
gives you all other dimensions. For construction details
download the
NPW9b program above.
Construction
is the same for both types of
kites.
Requires 1024 x 768 resolution screen. (Windows OS only)
Beware that
these traction kites can
generate
massive pull and improper use
can result in
injury or even death.
KITE FLIER
CONVERSION
(Version
1.10)
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DOWNLOAD
A
conversion utility for kitefliers.
Weight -- Speed -- Temperature --
Distance -- Area
(Windows
OS only)
Tom-EEE! &
Kel-EEE!
(Version
0.5.00)
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DOWNLOAD
* (beta)*
Build your
own human shape drogue to tow behind your favourite kite.
Requires 800
x 600 resolution screen.
(Windows OS
only)
Beware that these
drogues will generate massive amounts of fun!
Kite Tube Tail Calculator
(Version
1.0.00)
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DOWNLOAD
Have
you ever wondered how best to make use of a width of material to
cut into strips to make an inflatable tube tail? Just
adjust the desired tube diameter and width of material and the
program will show you how many strips you can cut and how much
waste will be left over. You can also use it to determine how to
cut strips to be utilized for any kite project. This
program does not give any directions on how to make a tail.
Requires 640
x 480 resolution screen.
(Windows OS
only)
Kite Bag Calculator
(Version
beta 0.9.60)
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DOWNLOAD
Have
you wanted to make your own drawstring kite bag? This
program allows you to scale the bag from the size of a small
cup, to a bag large enough to hold a 5 person tent.
Full instructions on how to build the bag are included.
Requires 800
x600 resolution screen.
(Windows OS
only)
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