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Author Zahm, Albert Francis, 1862-1954
LoC No. 15019932
Title The First Man-Carrying Aeroplane Capable of Sustained Free Flight: Langley's Success as a Pioneer in Aviation
From the Smithsonian Report for 1914, pages 217-222, Publication 2329, 1915
Credits E-text prepared by Charlene Taylor, Harry Lamé, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/American Libraries (https://archive.org/details/americana)
Summary "The First Man-Carrying Aeroplane Capable of Sustained Free Flight: Langley's Success as a Pioneer in Aviation" by A. F. Zahm, Ph. D. is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work explores the significant contributions of Dr. Samuel Langley to the development of aviation, focusing on his innovative designs and experiments that laid the groundwork for modern aeronautics. The likely topic of the book centers on Langley’s pioneering efforts in creating a man-carrying aeroplane that was capable of sustained flight. The book discusses Langley’s extensive background in aerodynamics and his various experiments, illustrating how he developed several model aeroplanes powered by different means, including steam and gasoline. Zahm details the challenges faced by Langley, particularly highlighting the setbacks from a crucial 1903 accident that initially undermined public confidence in aviation. However, the narrative shifts to the subsequent restoration and successful flights of Langley's machine in 1914, under the supervision of Glenn H. Curtiss, underscoring its historical significance. The text emphasizes Langley’s achievements in aerodynamics and his ultimate recognition as a trailblazer in the field of aviation, showcasing the evolution of his work and its enduring impact. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class TL: Technology: Motor vehicles, Aeronautics, Astronautics
Subject Airplanes
Subject Langley, S. P. (Samuel Pierpont), 1834-1906
Category Text
EBook-No. 44466
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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