32 Results with the "Practical" genre
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Chapter X of "Flying Machines: Construction and Operation" focuses on the key considerations in determining the appropriate dimensions for flying machines, with an emphasis on the significance of plane surface proportions relative to the load each machine is intended to carry. This complex problem involves not only the weight of the operator, motor, and propeller but also the challenge of estimating the completed weight of other components such as planes, rudders, and auxiliaries. To aid in this task,…-
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In Chapter IX of "Flying Machines: Construction and Operation," the selection and characteristics of motors suitable for aviation are thoroughly discussed, with a focus on those features that are pivotal for optimal performance in flying devices. To ensure reliability and efficiency, the text highlights that motors must be lightweight, strong, capable of high speeds, and thoroughly dependable. Various types of motors are described, including those manufactured by Renault, Fiat, Farcot, R. E. P., Gnome,…
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Chapter VIII of "Flying Machines: Construction and Operation" discusses the transition from constructing a basic glider to building a real flying machine capable of directed flight with a pilot onboard. It emphasizes the need for a significantly larger surface area to support the additional weight of a motor, propeller, and other equipment. The chapter presents the Wright brothers' biplane, with a 41-foot span and 538 square feet total surface area, as an example, highlighting its ability to carry over…
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In Chapter VII of "FLYING MACHINES: CONSTRUCTION and OPERATION," the process of attaching a rudder to a glider is elaborated, highlighting this mechanism's critical role in maintaining direction and stability during flight. Typically, gliders feature a single, static rudder at the rear to keep the device oriented into the wind. In contrast, advanced flying machines employ both front and rear rudders, which the pilot can adjust via wire cables for better control. For enthusiasts ready to enhance their…
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In Chapter VI of "Flying Machines: Construction and Operation," prospective aviators are advised to start learning to fly with caution, emphasizing the importance of avoiding unnecessary risks due to the inherent dangers of aviation. The text advises novices to commence their flight training on level ground rather than from elevated positions, typical of experienced aviators who understand air currents and have developed skills to manage their machines effectively through body shifts to control direction…
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Constructing a gliding machine requires careful consideration of its design, specifically the choice between a monoplane, biplane, or triplane. For beginners, a biplane is recommended due to its compactness and ease of handling. This design is predicated on the principle that 152 square feet of surface can support the weight of an average-sized man (170 pounds), and arranging this surface across two planes results in a more manageable structure. To embark on building a flying machine, one starts with…
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The realm of flying machines is divided into three fundamentally different categories: aeroplanes, helicopters, and ornithopters. Among these, aeroplanes claim the spotlight, becoming the primary choice for aviators due to their proven efficacy, whereas helicopters and ornithopters, despite their unique advantages, struggle with critical limitations that hinder their widespread adoption. Helicopters: Defined by their distinct vertical propellers or helices, helicopters boast the ability to ascend…
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To grasp the fundamentals of modern flying machines, one must delve into the dynamics of bird and wind action. A straightforward experiment involving a circular cardboard piece illustrates this concept vividly. When dropped, the cardboard falls due to gravity; however, if thrown edgewise against the wind, it sails, mimicking flying machine behavior. This experiment underscores how motion—whether generated by the force of an arm or a motor—keeps the object afloat. The motor's continuous and powerful…
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Chapter II of "Flying Machines: Construction and Operation" dives into the theory, development, and usage of early aviation technology, particularly distinguishing between balloons (lighter-than-air machines) and flying machines (heavier-than-air machines) propelled by engines rather than lifted by gas. The chapter underscores the critical inspiration drawn from birds, with the successful designs of flying machines mimicking bird flight on a mechanical scale. Central to the history of aeroplane…
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Octave Chanute's opening chapter in "Flying Machines: Construction and Operation" outlines the evolution of the two-surface flying machine, a pivotal innovation in the history of aviation. Chanute begins by acknowledging F. H. Wenham, who, in 1866, patented the initial concept in England, involving multiple aeroplanes arranged above each other to support a framework or car containing the motive power, using materials like silk or canvas stretched on a frame. Wenham's presentation to the Aeronautical…
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