Fighter kite art

here is another kite that i designed and built recently, i was able to use acetone to remove color from its mylar sail to give a three panel effect....michaela

kite specs:

sail area 1.25 sq. ft.
sail loading 0.26 oz./ft.sq.
wingspan 20 inches
spine 18 inches (bamboo)
aspect ratio 1.1
wingtips @ 45% of spine length
bow .05 carbon fiber rod
bow length 23.6 inches (.05 carbon fiber rod)
bow ratio 0.848