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Axis
The line around which a body rotates.
BEC (Battery Eliminator Circuitry)
Allows receiver to draw power from a main battery pack, eliminating the need for (and weight of) a receiver
battery.
Ball Bearing
Ball Link
Connection using a ball, and a link which rotates on the ball. Used to connect the servo to a control surface
or lever.
Backlash
Term describing the amount of play between gears, or gear mesh. If too loose, the gear can slip, or strip the
teeth. Too tight, and excessive wear is caused.
Base Load Antenna
A rigid, short antenna mounted to the model. Used to replace the longer receiver antenna.
Battery Fail safe function
Determines how to regain throttle control after a receiver low battery warning.
Bell and Hiller
Control system used in helicopters. Changes pitch of blades in relation to their position via a swashplate. A
Binding
What occurs when the friction at a joint is stronger than the linkage.
Boring holes in the sky
his transmitter.
CA
Abbreviation for cyanoacrylate. An instant type glue that is available in various viscosities (Thin, Medium,
Thick, and Gel). These glues are ideal for the assembly of wood airplanes and other materials. NOTE: Most
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