In a message dated 98-12-07 23:59:05 EST, dhearn@ix.netcom.com writes:
> For minimum wind loading on the tower/mast I favor element tips to wind (
> boom
> broadside to wind). This also minimizes element flexing and/or vibration .
> Have
> had several element tips fatigue crack and fall to the ground.
Come to think of it, I've had elements break in the wind but NEVER a
boom. Hmm!?!
Cheers, Steve K7LXC
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