I’ve seen this type of concept tried in the past. What makes the Cabrinha bow kites so different?
Many attempts have been made at a flat inflatable kite in the past. Most were unsuccessful for the following reason: The trailing edge could not match the leading edge shape because the trailing edge was not supported. Often the result was a scalloped looking trailing edge which severely affected laminar flow and efficiency. Another common result was that the leading edge was supported in a flat shape by the inflated strut but the trailing edge would take the round shape of a traditional arc. This disparity in shape would ultimately cause a loss in power as well.
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