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Die Brüder Wright / Eine Studie ueber die Entwicklung der Flugmaschine von Lilienthal bis Wright

By A. Hildebrandt
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A concise study traces the invention of the flying machine from early gliding experiments through the Wright brothers' powered flights, combining family biography, technical descriptions, and contemporary reactions. It surveys predecessors in gliding and early experimental apparatus, recounts the brothers' systematic gliding trials and development of a motorized aeroplane, documents their struggle for recognition, and describes machine design, launch gear, and public demonstrations in Europe and America. The volume includes correspondence, illustrations, schematics, and explanatory remarks on methods and reception, presenting a technical-historical overview accessible to general readers.

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A. Hildebrandt

A. Hildebrandt is an author known for his work in the field of aviation history. His notable book, "Die Brüder Wright / Eine Studie ueber die Entwicklung der Flugmaschine von Lilienthal bis Wright," explores the development of flight technology from the pioneering efforts of Otto Lilienthal to the groundbreaking achievements of the Wright brothers. Through this study, Hildebrandt contributes to the understanding of the evolution of aeronautics and the significant milestones that shaped modern aviation.

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