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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2024
- ISBN 10 1332044336
- ISBN 13 9781332044337
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages24
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores the history of human attempts at mechanical flight, focusing on the debate between proponents of motor-powered aircraft and those advocating for wind-powered gliders. The author examines the contributions of key figures like Maxim and Wellington and delves into the scientific principles of aerodynamics, including the concepts of stored energy and the role of gravity in flight. The book discusses the advantages and limitations of different approaches to aircraft design, from steam-powered dirigibles to Otto Lilienthal's pioneering gliding experiments. Through its analysis of historical developments and scientific principles, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and potential of human flight, highlighting the enduring dream of soaring through the skies. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332044337_0
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