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Design by William Henson (1812-1888) and John Stringfellow (1779-1883), inventors from Somerset
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Design by William Henson (1812-1888) and John Stringfellow (1779-1883), inventors from Somerset
Design by William Henson (1812-1888) and John Stringfellow (1779-1883), inventors from Somerset, England, for the Aerial Steam Carriage. The webbed tail was 15.24m (50 feet) long, and beneath it was a rudder. The steam engine in the car drove two sets of vanes (objects looking like archery targets) 6.09m (20 feet) in diameter. The weight of the machine was 1, 360kg (3, 000 lbs). The plane was never built. Engraving fromThe Magazine of Science (London, 1844)
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This print showcases the visionary design of William Henson and John Stringfellow, two brilliant inventors hailing from Somerset, England. The image features their groundbreaking creation known as the Aerial Steam Carriage, a remarkable feat of engineering ahead of its time. The most striking feature of this extraordinary contraption is its impressive webbed tail, stretching an astonishing 15.24 meters (50 feet) in length. Suspended beneath it is a meticulously crafted rudder, essential for maintaining stability during flight. Powered by a steam engine nestled within the car itself, this innovative machine drove two sets of vanes resembling archery targets that measured 6.09 meters (20 feet) in diameter. Despite its grandeur and meticulous design details, it is unfortunate that this magnificent plane was never brought to life beyond paper sketches and engravings like the one captured here in The Magazine of Science back in 1844. Nevertheless, this engraving serves as a testament to the ingenuity and boundless imagination possessed by these British inventors. Their pioneering spirit continues to inspire generations even today.
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