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Futuristic transport -- the torpedo car
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Futuristic transport -- the torpedo car
A futuristic transport solution for the inner city -- the torpedo car. This Fletcher Felts suggestion runs on a monorail. Date: 1923
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Community Fantasy Fletcher Futuristic Monorail Planning Projects Rapid Running Solution Speed Suggestion Torpedo Traffic 1923 Monorails
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In the annals of transportation history, the torpedo car, as proposed by visionary urban planner Fletcher Felts in 1923, stands as a captivating and intriguing example of futuristic thinking. This intriguing concept, depicted in the photograph above, envisioned a rapid, efficient, and eco-friendly solution to the inner-city traffic woes of the 1920s. The torpedo car was designed to run on a monorail system, a technology that was gaining popularity during that era. The monorail, with its elevated track, would minimize disruptions to the urban landscape and allow for seamless integration into the community. The sleek, aerodynamic design of the torpedo car, reminiscent of a torpedo shape, was intended to maximize speed and minimize resistance, making it an attractive alternative to the congested roads and traffic jams that plagued cities during the 1920s. Felts' torpedo car was more than just a transportation fantasy; it was a thoughtful and well-researched proposal that addressed the needs of the community. The car's compact size and efficient design would reduce the overall footprint of the transportation system, allowing for more green space and improved living conditions. Moreover, the monorail system would be powered by renewable energy sources, making it an eco-friendly solution for the future. The torpedo car, with its innovative design and forward-thinking approach, represents a fascinating glimpse into the transportation ideas of the past. Although it never came to fruition during Felts' lifetime, the concept continues to inspire transportation planners and engineers to this day, demonstrating the power of imagination and the importance of thinking beyond the status quo. This photograph serves as a reminder of the potential for transformative change and the role that visionaries like Fletcher Felts play in shaping our future.
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