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Strengthen Wings with Carbon Fiber
Carbon fiber is great for strengthening planes from 1/2A to giant scale, and it has greater tensile strength than steel. When working with carbon fiber, take a few precautions: Wear gloves because it does splinter a little on a tiny scale when you handle it. It is tough to cut, so use a carbide or razor saw. You will want to scuff the surface before applying CA or epoxy adhesives. Wear a quality filter mask,...
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