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1. CHARACTERISTICS
1.1 WHO IS IT DESIGNED FOR?
The DOBERMANN is an advanced paraglider designed to be used in all
forms of PPG flights but especially targeting experienced pilots looking
for either a faster, sturdier competition wing or simply enjoy leisurely fun.
Powered flight is a relatively new discipline and continues to evolve at a
rapid pace. It is essential to obtain the maximum performance and the
full potential of the DOBERMANN that the whole equipment package
including the engine, propeller and harness are all suitable and fit for
purpose.
1.2 CERTIFICATION
The DOBERMANN passed the certification according to EN 926-1
rules. This test was carried out in the Swiss Air-Turquoise laboratories in
Switzerland.
Collision test of 1.000 kg.
Load test 8g 145 kg.
Load test 6g 193 kg.
Load test report EN 926-1:2006 & LTF 91/09
It also passed the D.G.A.C certification as ULM class 1. And, the
manufacturer’s certification.
Any alteration of the paraglider can invalidate all the aforementioned
certifications.
1.3 IN-FLIGHT BEHAIVOR
The NIVIUK Team has carried out extensive and meticulous design work.
As a consequence of several prototypes and many hours of test flights
numerous adjustments were made. These prototypes were then tested in
all types of flight conditions. This intense development work supported
by the combined experience of the whole team has achieved a wing with
unbeatable behaviour..
The aim and objective of our new Niviuk Reflex Profile (RSP) was to
achieve a profile with better performance than any other current reflex
profile. In doing so we have applied many years of research and design
knowledge with the addition of Niviuk advanced aerodynamic vision.
The addition of the SLE and RAM Air intake technologies with its light
weight and structured cells ensures that every inflation and take off
remains simple and uneventful. Thanks to the DOBERMANN ’s controlled
and progressive inflation rate the pilot remains in complete control of the
wing throughout all stages of takeoff, which when compared to current
profiles allows extra time to position the wing in the perfect pre-launch
position, directly above the head.
The running phase is perhaps one of the most critical when taking off
with a powered wing, so any technological assistance is an advantage.
On takeoff and in order to create sufficient lift traditional reflex profiles
demand high forward speed, in other words, a long and fast run. The
new Niviuk RSP on the DOBERMANN facilitates early lift and take-off so
reducing the amount of time and physical effort required when running.
Once airborne, the DOBERMANN remains precise and balanced to every
pilot input and thanks to the new Niviuk Reflex System Profile(RSP)
and the addition of finely evolved (SLE) Structured Leading Edge,the
same innovative structure technology as used on our highly successful
competition wings, the discipline of powered flight can now experience a
PPG reflex profile capable of higher speeds with high security
It will very quickly become apparent to the pilot that the handling and
manoeuvrability of the DOBERMANN remains light and efficient during
all aspects of flight and even in the most adverse conditions every
