Our design team conducted many hours of flying prototypes combined with
Michael Nesler's Fly CAD FD Paraglider Design Software to create a glider consistent
with the legacy of ICAROīs famous Laminar hang gliders.
Our main design goal was to develop sophisticated wing profiles that result in
maximum safety combined with well belanced handling. These profiles were calculated
and designed one by one. In combination with an optimised leading edge,
we created a paraglider with high safety factor.
The leading edge is reinforced with Mylar inserts which results in easier inflations,
and more performance and stability while flying accelerated.
The use of extensive internal v-ribs makes the canopy more stable, especially in
turbulence, and maintains a cleaner, more tensioned, wing profile. This also causes
the loads to be distributed more uniformly throughout the glider, allowing for
an increase in aspect ratio while simultaneously reducing the number of line
attachment points.
As a result of optimal use of v-ribs, the canopy is only connected to lines at every
second cell. Further, the line plan of the CYBER2 is reduced to just two line
levels. Less lines lead to less drag and an increase in glide performance.
Brake lines are attached to each cell of the canopy. Combined with many hours
or refining and trim work by our test pilots, we have achieved very desirable handling.
The brake configuration also makes the CYBER2, especially in extreme
situations and extreme turns, easier to control and provides great feedback to the
pilot. Pilot input is direct and responsive. The brake handles contain a removable
reinforcement made of fibreglass.
The risers of the CYBER2 are designed for easy use in 4+1 style. This ensures
pilots always have a familiar riser configuration and easy access to the big ears
manoeuvre.