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Flying Machines: Construction and Operation is a 1908 book by the aviation pioneer, William J. Hammer. It provides detailed instructions on building and operating early flying machines, covering the principles of flight, materials, and design. The book reflects the early 20th century’s fascination with flight and offers insights into the development of aviation technology.-
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In Chapter XI of "Flying Machines: Construction and Operation," the focus is on the crucial aspect of controlling the machine through various means of manipulating rudders and auxiliary planes. The central idea is that the operator must have instant control over the machine to manage its direction, equilibrium, and altitude effectively. This control extends to adjusting the motor's functioning, particularly in regulating fuel supply, highlighting the need for quick, precise actions due to the critical…
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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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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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Chapter XII of "Flying Machines: Construction and Operation" demystifies the process of operating flying machines, emphasizing the practical aspects of flight rather than the quest for record altitudes. It informs readers that contrary to popular belief, flying machines do not need to be operated at extreme heights. Experienced aviators like Farman, Bleriot, and Wright, among others, frequently fly within a safe altitude range—between 500 to 1,500 feet, with the record at about 4,165 feet, held by…
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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 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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This chapter delves into the specific demands for power in airship propulsion, distinguishing markedly from terrestrial vehicles like automobiles in terms of power requirements for a given load. Unlike cars that rest on the stable ground and require relatively less power to move heavy loads at significant speeds, airships, due to the absence of a solid resting platform, necessitate much greater power to maintain both lift and forward motion. An automobile might carry a load weighing 4,000 pounds at speeds…
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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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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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