Patent GB-1897-5739

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Flying-machine frame with wings attached to upper bar.

"When starting the apparatus the operator runs for some little distance along the ground to gain sufficient impetus and then assumes a recumbent or sitting position upon the swinging frame or car and operates the propelling vane or wings by means of his feet."

  • Inventor location: Holly House, Ashton-on-Mersey, County of Chester
  • Inventor occupation: Gentleman

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Year filed 1897
Year granted 1898
Office GB
Patent number 5739
Inventors Edward Newall Molesworth-Hepworth
Inventor country GB
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Applicant type INDIV
Applicant is inventor? 1
Original title Improvements in Flying Machines
English title Flying Machines
Tech fields frame, propulsion, wings, rudder, takeoff, navigation
Filing date 1897-03-04
Full specification filed date 1897-12-04
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Grant date 1898-01-15
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Patent agent E. K. Dutton & Co.
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National tech categories GB 4 without buoyant, GB 4 aëroplanes, GB 4 propel & steer
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