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The ornithopter flying fox design of Major R F Moore u
The ornithopter flying fox design of Major R.F. Moore under test. Each bat-pattern wing (7 feet span) was flapped on a test rig powered by a gas engine, the tests undertaken - in arrangement with the Wings Committee of the Aeronautical Society of Great Britain - by the H.T. Motor Company based at Addington Square, Camberwell Road, London S8. Major Moore was President of the Wings Committee and was assisted in these experiments by Frederick Handley Page
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Each Feet Major Moore Ornithopter Powered Span Test Wing Flapped
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.3cm x 24.4cm (6.8" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 38.1cm x 43.1cm (15" x 17")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
In this photograph, The Ornithopter Flying Fox design of Major R.F. Moore undergoes rigorous testing at the H.T. Motor Company in London, England. This groundbreaking aviation innovation, inspired by the natural flight of bats, was the brainchild of Major Moore, who served as President of the Wings Committee of the Aeronautical Society of Great Britain. Each wing of this intriguing aircraft, boasting a span of 7 feet, is modeled after the bat's distinctive wing shape. During the tests, these bat-pattern wings were meticulously flapped on a test rig, powered by a gas engine. The Wings Committee, in collaboration with Major Moore, oversaw these experiments to advance the understanding of aerodynamics and avian flight mechanics. The H.T. Motor Company, based at Addington Square, Camberwell Road, London S8, was responsible for conducting these tests. Frederick Handley Page, a renowned aviation pioneer, worked alongside Major Moore to ensure the success of these groundbreaking experiments. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the innovative spirit and determination of early aviation pioneers as they sought to unlock the secrets of flight through the study of nature. The Ornithopter Flying Fox design of Major R.F. Moore represents a significant milestone in the history of aviation, paving the way for future advancements in aircraft design and engineering.
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