Mentor 5 Technologies - Nova MENTOR 5 Manual

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MENTOR 5 technologies

Optimised cell widths.
SmartCells counteract the variable force distribution within the
wing that is caused by the line attachments. In NOVA paragliders
constructed using SmartCells, the cell widths have been adapted
to the load – basically, intelligent cells. Wings with SmartCells fly
more calmly, are more compact and glide better.
Under pressure
NOVA Air Scoop is an optimised air intake, which increases the
internal wing pressure. NOVA's Air Scoop principle is similar to
the ram-air inlet duct on a sports car: increased airflow produces
higher pressure. Higher internal pressure in a paraglider means
improved performance through increased structural stability and
collapse resistance.
Flat profile nose
Anyone who tries to fold a piece of paper around a ball will notice
that there are always creases. The nose profile of a paraglider
is the same – the sail cloth has to adjust to both the profile and
ballooning effect (cells are round, not straight). Double 3D Shaping
uses additional seams to reduce creasing and therefore increases
the performance of the wing.
Our idea of a three-liner with less line length allows us to construct
wings with very good performance and a high degree of passive
safety. The way we have conceptualised the lines has made it
possible to manufacture wings which are collapse resistant;
but when they do collapse, the collapsed area is
generally less extensive. This significantly improves
the wing's extreme flight behaviour.
All NOVA paragliders are made to be easy to use. For packing you
can use a concertina bag, but it is not essential. Our extensive
experience with rods has taught us that the packing method has
little influence on the durability of the wing. Bent rods quickly
spring back into their original shape.
Paragliders in the weight-optimised category are lighter than
conventional paragliders but offer the same mechanical stability
and durability. These wings are lighter to carry, easier to launch and
are therefore suitable for hike & fly. Weight-optimised is
aimed at pilots who appreciate light weight without
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Less is more
Comfort on the ground
Light and durable
compromising on durability.