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Rotor ship, designed by Flettner, German engineer
Rotor ship, designed by Flettner, German engineer, in a chapter entitled Some Strange Ships, by G G Jackson. The tall cylinders are turned in the direction of the wind, which can keep them turning at a rate of 100 times per minute in order to power the vessel. Date: circa 1927
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Cylinders Engineer Flettner Power Rotor Strange Tall Wind 1927 1928
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Bring nautical history to your morning routine with our Media Storehouse Rotor Ship Photo Mug. Featuring an iconic design by German engineer Anton Flettner, this mug showcases a Rotor Ship from the fascinating chapter "Some Strange Ships" by G G Jackson, published by Mary Evans Prints Online. With its unique rotor sails turning in the wind, this mug is not only a functional and stylish addition to your kitchen but also a conversation starter. Embrace the rich maritime heritage and enjoy your favorite beverage in the company of this engineering marvel.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
Elevate your coffee or tea experience with our premium white ceramic mug. Its wide, comfortable handle makes drinking easy, and you can rely on it to be both microwave and dishwasher safe. Sold in single units, preview may show both sides of the same mug so you can see how the picture wraps around.
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
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Some Strange Ships: The Visionary Rotor Ship by Flettner, a German Engineer (circa 1927) In the annals of maritime history, few designs have captured the imagination like the Rotor Ship, an engineering marvel conceived by the brilliant German inventor, Anton Flettner. This photograph showcases this unusual vessel, with its tall, cylindrical rotors turning in the wind, defying the conventional wisdom of the time. The Rotor Ship, a product of the 1920s, was designed to harness the power of the wind in an entirely new way. Unlike traditional sailing ships that rely on the wind to fill their sails, the Rotor Ship utilized wind turbines, or rotors, to generate propulsion. These tall cylinders, turning at an astonishing rate of 100 times per minute, were the key to the Rotor Ship's innovative design. As you gaze upon this image, you may be struck by the ship's otherworldly appearance. The rotors, reminiscent of giant, spinning tops, seem to defy the very laws of nature as they effortlessly turn in the wind. The Rotor Ship, a true testament to Flettner's ingenuity, was a harbinger of things to come in the realm of wind-powered transportation. The 1920s, a time of great innovation and progress, saw the birth of many strange and wondrous creations. The Rotor Ship, with its futuristic design and groundbreaking technology, was no exception. This photograph serves as a reminder of the boundless potential of human creativity and the power of the wind to inspire new ways of traversing the sea.
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