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Design for a compound tandem machine with flappers mounted
Design for a compound tandem machine, with flappers mounted outboard of the fixed wings: flappers a move up, as BB move down. 1815. From Cayleys original notebook
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1815 Cayley Cayleys Compound Fixed Flappers Mounted Move Notebook Outboard Tandem Wings
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1. Title: Design for a Compound Tandem Machine with Flappers Mounted (1815) This image showcases an early design for an aeronautical innovation by the British mathematician and philosopher, Arthur Cayley. Dated back to 1815, this design features a compound tandem machine, a type of aircraft with two sets of wings arranged one behind the other. The unique aspect of this design is the presence of flappers mounted outboard of the fixed wings. Flappers are movable airfoils that can be adjusted to change the angle of attack, thereby influencing the lift and drag of the wings. In this design, the flappers are depicted moving up as the main body of the machine (referred to as BB) moves down. This configuration suggests the application of a lifting force through the flappers as the machine descends, potentially enhancing its lift and control capabilities. The compound tandem machine design was an attempt to address the challenges of achieving stable and efficient flight. The arrangement of two sets of wings offered the benefits of both high lift and low drag, while the addition of flappers allowed for greater control over the aircraft's aerodynamic performance. This intriguing design is a testament to Cayley's forward-thinking approach to aviation and his significant contribution to the development of early aviation technology. The image, taken from Cayley's original notebook, offers a fascinating glimpse into the mind of a pioneering figure in the history of flight. The compound tandem machine design with flappers mounted was an early concept in aviation history, predating the Wright Brothers' successful powered flight by several decades. This image, from Cayley's original notebook, offers a captivating look into the innovative ideas that shaped the early development of aircraft technology.
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