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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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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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