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The chapter describes significant advancements and alterations in aeroplane design by the Wright Brothers and contrasts their work with that of their contemporaries. The Wright Brothers, motivated by their achievements, aimed for the perfect aircraft, making notable changes to their models between 1908 and 1909. The 1908 model, measuring 40 by 29 feet and featuring a 25 horsepower engine, demonstrated a lift efficiency, but the Wrights sought improvement in speed and structural efficiency. In 1909, they…-
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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 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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In Chapter XVII titled "Some of the New Designs" from "Flying Machines: Construction and Operation," the focus is on the innovative steps inventors are making in the realm of aviation technology. Among these inventors, Frank Van Anden of Islip, Long Island, emerges prominently with his creation, the Van Anden biplane, which has been subject to experimental flights and showcases an automatic stabilizing device that proved its worth during a flight on October 19th, 1909. This device marks a significant…
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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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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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The rapid advancement of motor-equipped aeroplanes has surpassed even the remarkable commercial growth experienced by automobiles. This surge in interest and sales is largely attributed to Bleriot's historic flight across the Dover Straits in 1909, which served as a wake-up call to the public about the viability of aviation not just for professional aviators but for anyone with the resources and courage to engage in it. This event marked the entry of the modern flying machine into the commercial business…
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The chapter outlines significant advancements and events in the early days of aviation, particularly focusing on the practical use of airplanes and dirigible balloons within the realms of competition and warfare. It begins with recounting two notable races: a flight from New York to Philadelphia won by L. Beachey in a Curtiss machine with an average speed of 45 miles per hour, and a more demanding tri-state race culminating in E. Ovington's victory in a Bleriot machine, which earned him a $10,000…
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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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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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