Lecture on Artificial Flight : Given by Request at the Academy of Natural Sciences at San Francisco, California, August 7th, 1876 With Reference to a Model of His Own Invention (Classic Reprint)

Wm G. Krueger

ISBN 10: 1332090826 / ISBN 13: 9781332090822

Published by Forgotten Books, 2015

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Zustand: Hervorragend | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Lecture on Artificial Flight : Given by Request at the Academy of Natural Sciences at San Francisco, California, August 7th, 1876 With Reference to a Model of His Own Invention (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2015
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1332090826
• ISBN 13: 9781332090822
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: Hervorragend
• Seller catalogs:
  • Bücher

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Synopsis

This book delves into the fascinating history of airships and the science of aerial navigation. It explores the pioneering inventors and their ingenious attempts to conquer the skies, from the early days of hot air balloons to the present-day quest for practical flying machines. The author draws on historical accounts and scientific principles to illustrate the challenges and triumphs of this captivating field. The book sheds light on the fundamental principles that govern flight, examining the interplay of weight, surface, and power in enabling creatures to soar through the air. It also delves into the various types of flying machines that have been conceived and developed, highlighting their strengths and limitations. Through its detailed analysis and exploration, this book celebrates the human fascination with flight and provides a comprehensive understanding of the history and science behind this remarkable endeavor.