Kite manufacturing technology. Do-it-yourself kite - types and principle of operation, how to make it from paper, fabric or polyethylene. How to launch correctly to fly

They say that this fun (flying kites) is almost three thousand years old. But even today the desire to fly a kite has not disappeared. Modern technologies, of course, are able to produce goods for every taste. In the store you can see the toy "Kite", made of many materials, any models and colors. Meanwhile, the snake can be made by hand at minimal cost. Both temporary and monetary.

Such a paper kite is made very quickly and has excellent aerodynamic qualities.

This snake is called "Monk" and is made in just five minutes.

We need a regular printer sheet of paper or any other size of 200-300 mm. It is advisable to take, of course, thicker paper.

The assembly algorithm is the following.

1. We make a square out of a rectangle. Cut off the excess with scissors.

2. In the resulting square sheet, we fold one side along the fold line.

3. Then the second.

4. Slightly bend the tucked edges.

5. We bend the upper corner in the opposite direction.

7. Immerse a thread of moderate strength about 300 mm long into a drop of glue, fix it on top with a piece of paper cut from the waste.

8. Coat the corner with glue, glue it to the sheet.

9. We perform the same manipulations with the second side. Let the structure dry.

10. A kite in flight needs stabilization. Therefore, he needs a tail. It can be made from 5-6 wool knitting threads with a length of 500 to 800 mm. We fasten the bundle with ordinary sewing thread.

11. Cut out a triangle from the waste paper and use it to fix the tail on the front of the kite. Let the glue dry.

12. We press the bent edges and at a distance of 200 mm we tie two previously glued threads into a knot. The bridle is ready. Tie a spool of thread to the knot. That's it, you can fly a paper kite.

Launching is very easy. The thread from the reel is unwound to a length of about 1000 mm, the wind picks up the toy, and then we simply poison the thread to the desired length. If the kite is unstable in flight, the tail should be lengthened. In strong winds, it is not recommended to let the kite fly, it will turn around. You need to select weather with a slight moderate breeze.

Such a toy is made with known skills in five minutes (excluding the drying time of the glue), and the child will enjoy it immensely. By the way, you can go through the entire assembly process with it. Checked: a toy made by a child with his own hands will not be thrown into a corner by the evening of the next day. Get your son away from the computer, do some magic with him over a piece of paper, go out into the fresh air, fly a kite!

The kite is rightfully considered one of the best flying machines, as it brings a lot of positive emotions to both adults and children. At the same time, in the homeland of such an invention, in China, the first kite was launched into the air several thousand years ago.

The ability to cut through the air space with the help of a bright and light device came to us much later. Apparently for this reason, kites are not so often seen in the sky today, and it takes no more than 30 minutes to create one.

How to make a kite at home? Reading and learning!

Classification of kites

There are several subspecies of these aircraft. For example, flat ones are used for a fun game. Serpentine ones are more often launched during festive events. And multi-plane ones are used in some kinds of extreme sports.

But if the desire to create a kite with your own hands arose for the first time, then it is better to choose the simplest models. First, they are the easiest to make. Secondly, they are the easiest to manage. And, thirdly, in the event of a breakdown of such a device, it can be easily replaced with a new one.

For information: a single-plane kite can have a rectangular, diamond-shaped or triangular shape.

Manufacturing steps

The simplest kite is a structure consisting of a frame, canvas and connecting elements. In addition, a coil and a thread are required to be included with such an apparatus, with the help of which the kite is controlled.

It is noteworthy that the sizes of kites vary greatly depending on their purpose. So, the largest aircraft to date has a width of 55 m and a length of more than 120 m (this is including the tail).

Of course, it will be extremely difficult for an unprepared person to create such a design at home, so we will focus on the standard version with dimensions of 35x60 cm.

What to prepare

In order for a kite to be easily picked up by gusts of wind and soar above the ground, it is necessary to select only light materials for its manufacture.

So prepare:

• cocktail sticks at least 60 cm long (take those that do not have a fold at the top);
• multi-colored plastic bags;
• transparent tape;
• fishing line;
• coil;
• rope;
• glue;
• scissors and knife.

For information: instead of cellophane, you can take multi-colored sheets of paper. But in this case, the device will weigh a little more.

Step-by-step instruction

Many are sure that the creation of an aircraft with their own hands begins with the construction of drawings of a kite. In part, this opinion is true, but only if we are talking about complex models.

After all, the beauty of a simple design lies in the fact that even school-age children can handle it.

• Take 2 cocktail sticks and cut one to a length of 35 cm.
• Lay a long stick vertically on the table, use a ruler to measure 15 cm from its top and attach a short stick to it perpendicularly.
• Fix the junction with tape and wrap it around the ends of the sticks.
• Cut all 4 ends of the sticks about 1 cm deep.
• Insert the fishing line into the cuts to make a diamond shape.
• Secure the line with tape.
• Spread plastic bags or paper on the table, if their size is too small, glue them in advance.
• Place the frame of the kite on top.
• Transfer the shape of the frame with a pencil or felt-tip pen to the canvas, increase the size by 1.5 - 2 cm and cut off the excess elements.
• Tuck the indent inside the device and attach it to the fishing line with tape.
• Tie a 25 cm long fishing line to the edges of a short cocktail stick.
• Coat the knot well with glue and make sure it dries.
• Tie a fishing line at least 25 cm long (or more) to the upper side of a long stick. Secure the knot with glue.
• Connect all three fishing lines together, fix them with tape.
• Attach the holding rope to the same knot with adhesive tape, then go through with glue.

Everything, the main work on creating a kite is completed.

We decorate the device

In fact, the simplest kite can easily fly without a tail. But if you want to decorate the design, then prepare:

• rope (no more than 50 cm);
• multi-colored paper;
• scotch.

Cut out several bows from paper and secure them to a string with tape. Attach the beginning of the "tail" to the bottom of the kite's long stick, either with tape or glue.

By the way, if the basis of this aircraft is a plastic bag, then it should be painted with markers and felt-tip pens. And here sketches of a snake for a tattoo on the arm, which can be found on the Internet, will come to the rescue.

Final stage

After the answer to the question: "How to make a snake with your own hands?" found, and the aircraft created, it must be tried in action. And for this, you should take the structure outside and find the most open space.

FYI: Don't fly your kite near houses, trees, or power lines. A sharp gust of wind can bring the device in the wrong direction and ruin the structure.

Lay the kite on the ground with the frame up and stand with your back to the wind. Slowly move back, slowly unwinding the coil.

Make sure the rope is constantly under tension. And as soon as the aircraft catches the first wind, pull it by the string.

Conclusion

Making a kite at home is an exciting activity that will definitely bring all family members together. Create original designs, arrange competitions and sincerely enjoy such a fun and carefree pastime.

DIY kite photo

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1. DIY paper kite: master class

This is the basic model of a kite called Daimond, or "Diamond" - so named because of its shape. For beginners - what you need: it's easy to make with your own hands, and it flies well.

You will need:

Thin strong paper (corrugated, for example, or tissue paper);

Not thick wooden sticks (2 pieces, length - depending on the size of the snake, for example 50 cm and 60 cm);

Hacksaw or small saw with fine teeth;

Twine or thick strong thread (length - from 10 to 30 meters, depending on how high you want to launch the snake); something like a popsicle stick or a toilet paper sleeve for a pen;

Paper scissors;

Pencil and ruler;

narrow tape;

You may also need paper glue and a small ring, metal or plastic.

Step 1

If necessary, cut the sticks to the correct size. One should be about 1/5-1/6 shorter than the second. Make cuts at all ends of the sticks, as in the photo.

Step 2

Fold the sticks in a cross and tie well with a thread, reinforcing tape on top.

Step 3

Pull the thread, threading it into the cuts, and tie.

Step 4

If the paper is plain, it can be colored. Or use a ready-made color, or just a newspaper.

Step 5

Put the cross on paper and cut off the kite's future sail, leaving "allowances" of 3-4 cm.

Step 6

Bend the allowances and glue with glue or tape.

It is better to strengthen the corners further.

Step 7

Make holes in the upper and lower corners of the snake and tie the thread, connecting it with a ring, as shown in the photo. A thread will then be attached to this ring, on which the snake will be held.

Step 8

Tie another short piece of thread (for example, a meter long) to the bottom corner of the snake. This will be the tail of the kite: you can decorate it with paper or ribbons.

Step 9

It remains to unwind the desired length of the thread for the kite, fasten one end to the handle, and tie the other to the ring on the thread on the snake. Ready.

Photo and source: gelliarts.blogspot.com, creoyreciclo.blogspot.com, buggyandbuddy.com

2. Paper kite without the use of sticks: a master class

This kite is made very simply, without a ruler and scissors, even sticks are not needed. At the same time, the kite has stiffening ribs: their role is played by the folds of paper. The technique of making the kite itself resembles origami. You can take a sheet of plain A4 office paper or a larger sheet.

You will need:

Paper;

Hole puncher;

Narrow tape;

Thin twine or thick rope;

A stick or something similar for a kite handle.

Step 1

Fold the sheet in half, matching the corners exactly.

Slightly bend the sheet on the sides, outlining the middle.

Wrap the edges of the sheet to the marks, bend and smooth the folds.

Open one folded edge as shown in the photo.

Make a crease and iron. Repeat on the other side.

Fold the workpiece in half and align the corners.

Bend the upper corners down and obliquely, as shown in the photo.

Tear off the folded corners.

Step 2

Punch holes with a hole punch as shown in the photo.

Cut a piece of thread at least 2 times the length of the long side of your sheet. Tie the ends of the thread to the holes and secure with tape on top.

Make a loop in the middle and tie a long thread for the kite (at least 10 meters) to it. Tie the other end of a long thread to a stick, which will be a handle.

Photo and source: my-best-kite.com

3. Kite from a plastic bag: a master class

The kite from the package is light, durable and not afraid of water.

You will need:

Large thin plastic bag;

Wooden thin sticks (thin wooden skewers for kebabs are suitable, the main thing is to take long enough ones);

Popsicle stick or something similar for a kite handle;

Thin twine or thick strong thread;

Pen, ruler and scissors;

Transparent narrow tape.

Step 1

Take 2 sticks and shorten one of them a little. Fold the sticks crosswise, as shown in the photo, and wrap the place where they cross with tape in different directions. Cut the bag and spread it on the work surface. Put a cross of sticks on top. Use a pen on the bag to mark each of the four ends of the sticks. Remove the cross.

Step 2

Connect the marks along the ruler and cut out the resulting figure. Put the cross of sticks on it again and align the ends of the sticks with the corners. Tape the sticks to the figure from the package with tape.

Step 3

On the sides of the place where the sticks cross, pierce 2 holes in the bag. Pull the end of the twine through them and tie a few knots, tying a cross of sticks and a bag. This place can be further strengthened with adhesive tape for strength.

Step 4

Cut the tied end of the twine 10-20 cm from the knot (depending on the size of your kite). Unwind a long rope for the kite: its length can be from 10 to 30 meters. Tie one end of the rope tightly to a stick, which will be a handle. Wind the main length of the rope on the same stick. Tie its free end to the bottom of a long snake stick (see photo). Now tie a short piece of rope to the long rope, which we tied at the intersection of the sticks in the previous step.

It remains to cut strips from the remnants of the package, make a tail and glue it to the snake.

Kite- this is one of the favorite toys and outdoor activities of our parents, as well as grandparents, who for some reason did not have all kinds of gadgets and expensive toys. Simplicity of design and availability of materials made air (or paper, as it is also called) a snake is a common entertainment, in the old days every boy knew how to do it. It's time for us to get acquainted with his simple device. After all, despite the huge number of well-known models of various sizes and shapes (not to mention colors), all of them are based on one aerodynamic principle.

A bit of history

The first recorded references to kites date back to China in the 2nd century BC (this is, consider, 22 centuries or two thousand two hundred years!), only then they were called “dragons”. There they were mainly used by the troops to transmit information (signal function), as well as to intimidate superstitious opponents.

And only one and a half thousand years later, the invention, brought to the highest technological level of those times, came to Europe, where for five hundred years it had no better use than as a toy. The simple design of the kite was accessible even to children from the lowest and poorest strata of society and served as one of the few joys in their difficult life.

The situation changed when, in the middle of the 18th century, kites came to the attention of scientists, and then the military. The ability of these aircraft to climb to great heights served the development of meteorology, the birth of aviation (the famous experiments of A.F. Mozhaisky),

the matter of studying the properties of a thunderstorm and protection against it (Benjamin Franklin thus found out the electrical nature of lightning and invented a lightning rod, and Mikhailo Vasilievich Lomonosov also sort of, in parallel with his American colleague and independently of him, came to the same conclusions); one of the inventors of radio, A.S. Popov, raised his first radio antennas with kites.

The military application of the apparatus of interest to us was quite developed, mainly in the navy: a reconnaissance aircraft lifted into the air on a structure of several box kites could observe the movements of enemy ships at distances of 35 miles or more unthinkable at that time, while remaining unnoticed due to the convex shape of the earth's surface. In land military operations, kites were used less frequently.

Wikipedia illustration

Today, kite flying is a fascinating and spectacular sport: controlled 2- and 4-lane vehicles are even capable of performing aerobatics! Kiting is another sport that uses a steerable kite, just for propulsion, like a sail. By the way, the kite-sail, used on cargo ships as an additional propulsion system, made it possible to save about 30% of fuel during the voyage!

Well, all that remains for us is to make a simple kite and go with it to an open area to catch the breeze and enjoy the view of the descendant of the ancient “dragons” soaring at a height. Who knows, maybe this innocent fun will become your great hobby for life, and in the manufacture of kites you will become a real master, mentor and example for other enthusiasts.

It must be said that, since 1985, every second Sunday in October (regardless of the number that falls on this day) World Kite Day is celebrated!

kite designs

The whole variety of kites today is represented by several basic types, depending on the design features. There can be many options for colors, coloring and stylizations, depending on the designer's imagination: the main thing is that the correct ratios of the main elements are observed, which we will discuss below.

The basic classification of kites is as follows:

Frame:

Frameless:

1. Kite - used as a traction mover in the sport of kiting mentioned above.
2. Parafoil - the principle of operation is to fill special internal cavities with wind through the air intakes. Parafoils are often made in the form of various animals, dragons and birds.
3. Flowform - differs from parafoil in that the air entering the front air intakes exits through the holes at the back and bottom of the kite, providing a more stable position in the air, therefore they are often used for photography and video filming.

A basic do-it-yourself kite consists of three strips glued to a sheet of dense material. At the end is attached a tail with a small weight, which acts as a rudder. It is important to place the center of gravity in the middle of the hull, then the structure will be able to rise into the air. The lower the kite load, the higher the takeoff will occur. It is necessary to take into account the fact that with the increase in the rise of the kite, the thrust from the ground increases. The supporting structure is subjected to air pressure, so the material for manufacturing must be strong and rigid.

What is a kite

Initially, such aircraft were made in China in the form of a dragon - not a single traditional ceremony in the sky could do without this symbol. And although the manufacture of structures has long gone beyond the borders of China, the name has taken root. Various models of flying devices can be with a base, frameless, flat and multi-plane design. The finished apparatus is held by a long rope called a handrail. The aerodynamic shape contributes to a stable state, and a strong thread helps to keep the kite at the chosen angle of the air currents.

Design

The design of a simple kite, from a flying frame with a stretched coating, can be assembled at home. It won't gain much height, but it will be a good start for getting basic building skills. A single principle works here, based on the aerodynamic, physical properties of objects. Straps are attached to the corners of the body and are combined into a bridle for stable control. Each model is decorated and stabilized by the tail. Maneuverability will improve with additional cargo or multiple tails.

Operating principle

The main condition for a high launch is wind speed (3-4 m/s). It is recommended to run the finished model in an open area where there are no trees and wires. A well-made construction will be lifted by air masses themselves. It is necessary to stand against the wind, letting go of the rope by 10-20 meters. In light winds, you can run to catch the moment when to send the flying machine into the air. It is better to cope with this task together. The smoothness of the flight depends on how correctly the tail and the length of the lines are adjusted to the size of the structure.

Species

There are a large number of models to choose from: flat, voluminous, curved, frameless, triangular or consisting of several links. The latter differ from a flat kite in their high structural stability. A multi-celled form, with a large number of individual links, is connected in the form of polyhedra. A group of interconnected flying devices looks impressive in the sky. The width of such a product is suitable for attaching a small camera for aerial photography from a height.

How to make a kite with your own hands

To make a flying kite at home, you need to choose a model that determines the shape of the frame and the surface material. Determine the number of carrier rails that support the web in tension . Sheets of paper, fabric, plastic bag, cardboard are used as canvases. You can fix the slings in one or two places of the base. It is possible to give a good aerodynamic force to both an uncontrolled (single-line) and a controlled (multi-line) model. The spool for winding the thread will eliminate tangles during start-up.

From paper

You can make a kite out of paper as follows:

1. Fold a square out of thick paper.
2. Designate the axis of symmetry.
3. Fold the sides in half.
4. Make the folds of the corners, forming an accordion.
5. Pass a long thread through the center of the accordion.
6. Attach the rail for adjustment.
7. Connect the bundle of threads prepared in advance.
8. Decorate the free end of the tail with bows or flaps.
9. Pull the tail through the hole, secure with a rope.

From fabric

Develop an original scheme to make a flying kite-toy from wire using fabric:

1. Wrap a piece of flexible wire with threads, fix them at the ends.
2. Give the wire the desired shape.
3. Circle a piece of fabric along the contour of the frame, leaving an allowance of one and a half centimeters.
4. Glue the fabric to the wire blank.
5. Perform surface decoration.
6. Tie the rope in several places.
7. Bring the ends of the ropes to one point, retreating 30 centimeters from the kite, fasten them together.
8. Attach the rope.

Made of polyethylene

Do-it-yourself kite made of polyethylene:

1. Prepare two planks, where one is twice as long as the other.
2. Fold them back up from the top of the long plank.
3. Secure the connection point with tape.
4. Wrap the strips with tape, make small cuts.
5. Pull a strong thread through the incisions, fasten it.
6. Circle the outline of the finished frame on polyethylene, adding one centimeter.
7. Cut out and tape the edges.
8. Tie a thread 30 cm long to a short stick.
9. Tie a piece of fishing line to the top of a long stick.
10. Connect all three ends of the fishing line to each other and the thread of the lower corners, for which you will hold the snake, secure with tape.
11. Decorate with ribbons.

dragon kite

A large-sized design, resembling a dragon with contours, is performed as follows:

1. Select frame and cover materials.
2. Make the supporting base of the desired form of the soaring dragon.
3. Secure the connected structures with a thin rope.
4. Make a drawing of the model on paper, use as a template.
5. Cut out the outlines of the kite for aerodynamic coverage.
6. Decorate the surface with homemade drawings or stickers.
7. Attach the outer upholstery to the frame.
8. Attach the slings, tie the handrail.

box kite

The box kite is a multi-plane kite. It is done like this:

1. Make 4 long wooden slats and 6 half shorter slats.
2. Fasten the short ones crosswise with a self-tapping screw.
3. Attach the long slats to the small ones in the center and at the ends.
4. Pull the large sides at the corners with wire or rope in a criss-cross pattern.
5. Wind the rope around the slats, secure it with adhesive tape in the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped of the frame.
6. Attach the polyethylene strips to the rails making a full circle around the object.
7. Stretch a rope over the cellophane coating around the perimeter of the square, glue it tightly on the surface.
8. Make loops of wire for tying the handrail.

Rhombic Serpent

You can assemble a kite with your own hands so that the design has improved aerodynamic characteristics. The description will help you:

1. Make 6 long wooden slats and 4 slats half as long.
2. Make from small crosses.
3. Wrap the sides with wire, fix.
4. Attach long slats to the sides of the cross pieces.
5. Coat the wooden slats with drying oil.
6. Wrap the frame with tape around each cross.
7. Align the frame in the perpendicular position of the rails in the crosses.
8. Wrap the body of the kite with tape in two layers, being careful not to damage the shape.
9. Tie a strong thread to each rail, secure with a strip of tape.
10. Attach the fishing line to the wide side of the diamond at both ends of the rail.

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