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Chapter XIX of "Flying Machines: Construction and Operation" elucidates the intricate interplay between aviation and law, a relationship prompted by the burgeoning successes of aviation. The foundational legal stance is that property ownership encompasses not only the ground but also extends indefinably upwards into the sky, an interpretation supported by legal luminaries like Blackstone, Littleton, and Coke. This principle grants property owners the right to defend against any unpermitted invasions of…-
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The phenomenon of soaring flight, observed in large birds able to glide for hours without flapping their wings, even against the wind, presents a fascinating contradiction to conventional physics. This process, often deemed a form of "negative gravity" by baffled onlookers, has sparked significant interest and speculation among observers and scientists alike. Octave Chanute, in his meticulous research published in the "Aeronautical Annual" of the late 1890s, delved into the mechanics of bird flight,…
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Chapter XXI of "Flying Machines: Construction and Operation" contrasts the limitations and costs associated with dirigible balloons to the advantages and performances of early flying machines. Dirigible balloons require substantial investment not only in their construction, with costs like the Zeppelin exceeding $100,000, but also in operation due to the need for frequent gas re-inflation, a procedure that can run into hundreds of dollars for a single refill. Moreover, the difficulty in controlling these…
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In his lecture to the Royal Society of Arts, F. W. Lanchester discussed the complexities of aerial flight, emphasizing that practical flight is a matter of locomotive engineering rather than abstract theory. He criticized the helicopter or vertical screw type for its inefficiency in transport, asserting that only airplanes could meet the demands of locomotion by achieving necessary speeds to counter wind velocities and ensuring fuel economy for longer flights. Lanchester highlighted the necessity for an…
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In Chapter XXIII of "Flying Machines: Construction and Operation," the discussion revolves around the use of Wright patents by amateurs in the realm of aviation. The Wright brothers have clarified that amateurs, as well as professionals not engaged in profit-making exhibitions, are free to utilize their patented technologies without fear of legal action. This decree aims to encourage the use of their inventions for pleasure or scientific advancement rather than for financial gain, which they reserve for…
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Chapter XXIV of "Flying Machines: Construction and Operation" delves into the intricate details of propeller construction, highlighting the specific techniques and considerations that aviators and designers prioritize to optimize performance. The chapter elucidates how every designer aims to achieve maximum thrust—or air displacement—with minimum expended energy, though each incorporates their own unique ideas and adjustments, especially in terms of propeller pitch and twist. The text introduces key…
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Since the publication of this book in early 1910, the development of aeroplane motors has significantly advanced, allowing aircraft to operate with much less supporting surface area than was previously necessary. This progress has been marked by both increased speed and reduced weight of the motors, permitting aviators to use substantially smaller plane surfaces. For instance, the original Wright biplane, powered by a 25 horsepower (h.p.) motor and achieving speeds of up to 30 miles per hour, possessed a…
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Chapter XXVI of "Flying Machines: Construction and Operation" delves into the realm of monoplanes, triplanes, and multiplanes, highlighting the shift in American aviation from a focus primarily on biplanes to exploring and embracing these alternative designs. At the 1910 International meet in Belmont Park, N.Y., American participation in monoplane competitions was minimal, with notable aviators like Moissant, Drexel, and Glenn Curtiss being exceptions, the latter presenting his own single-decker construct.…
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AVIATION DEVELOPMENT
In this chapter, the evolution and achievements within the realm of aviation for the year 1911 are meticulously documented, featuring both European and American records that underscore the rapid advancements in the science of aviation. Highlighting the exceptional feats, the records are segmented into categories that include greatest speed, distance, duration, and altitude achieved by aviators, with distinctions made between flights conducted solo, with one passenger, and with two passengers. European…-
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In 1911, the field of aviation witnessed significant advancements and remarkable feats, with numerous flights aimed at testing the boundaries of distance, speed, and endurance. A notable achievement was made by Orville Wright at Killdevil Hills, N.C., where his flight against a 52-mile per hour wind reached an elevation of 225 feet, staying aloft for 10 minutes and 34 seconds. This period saw a surge in cross-country flights as aviators flew between cities worldwide for various reasons, including…
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