Mechanics' Magazine, 1860, Bright's Aerial Carriage

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Description and illustration of Patent GB-1859-2330 by Henry Bright.

Bright has two sets of "sails" rotating in opposite directions, attached to a balloon. He is quoted at length in the article, suggesting that this invention may evolve such that a balloon will no longer be required.


Original title Bright's Aerial Carriage
Simple title Bright's Aerial Carriage
Authors
Date 1860-06-01
Countries GB
Languages en
Keywords Henry Bright, Patent GB-1859-2330, heavier-than-air, helicopter, balloon, hybrid, LTA
Journal Mechanics' Magazine
Related to aircraft? 1
Page count 2
Word count
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