Fine Art Print : German rocket car, 1928
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German rocket car, 1928
German rocket car. Opel RAK 2 rocket car in 1928. Fritz von Opels first rocket car was the RAK 1, tested on 15 March 1928, reaching a top speed of 75 kilometres per hour. Less than 2 months later, the RAK 2 was reaching speeds of 230 kilometres per hour using 24 solid fuel rockets. Later work involved liquid-fuelled rockets. This early work on rocket cars and aircraft led the development of rockets as weapons in World War II, and then to the rocket-based spaceflight programmes in the USA and USSR
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Media ID 6441863
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1900s 1928 Crowd D River Development Driving Engineer Engineering German Germany Machine Rocketry Sepia Space Flight Spectator Spectators Test Testing Transportation Vehicle Watching Women Mono Chrome Solid Fuel Test Drive
20"x16" (+3" Border) Fine Art Print
Experience the thrill of the past with our Fine Art Print from the Media Storehouse collection. This captivating image showcases the groundbreaking Opel RAK 2 rocket car from 1928, the brainchild of visionary engineer Fritz von Opel. Witness history in motion as this pioneering vehicle reaches impressive speeds, revolutionizing the automotive world. Bring this piece of science and innovation into your home or office and let the conversation-starting artwork ignite your imagination.
20x16 image printed on 26x22 Fine Art Rag Paper with 3" (76mm) white border. Our Fine Art Prints are printed on 300gsm 100% acid free, PH neutral paper with archival properties. This printing method is used by museums and art collections to exhibit photographs and art reproductions.
Our fine art prints are high-quality prints made using a paper called Photo Rag. This 100% cotton rag fibre paper is known for its exceptional image sharpness, rich colors, and high level of detail, making it a popular choice for professional photographers and artists. Photo rag paper is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print. If you can afford to spend more on a higher quality paper, then Photo Rag is our clear recommendation for a fine art paper print.
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 35.9cm (20" x 14.1")
Estimated Product Size is 66cm x 55.9cm (26" x 22")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print captures a pivotal moment in history - the German rocket car, Opel RAK 2, speeding through the testing grounds in 1928. Fritz von Opel, a visionary engineer, pushed the boundaries of technology with his groundbreaking creation. Just months after unveiling his first rocket car, the RAK 1, he astounded onlookers by achieving mind-boggling speeds of up to 230 kilometers per hour using 24 solid fuel rockets. The image showcases not only the remarkable engineering feat but also highlights the immense curiosity and excitement surrounding this revolutionary development. A diverse crowd gathers to witness this technological marvel in action; men and women alike are captivated by this glimpse into the future of transportation. Little did they know that these early experiments would lay the foundation for significant advancements in rocketry. The knowledge gained from these pioneering endeavors ultimately led to rockets being utilized as weapons during World War II and paved the way for spaceflight programs in both America and Russia. As we gaze upon this sepia-toned snapshot frozen in time, we can't help but appreciate how far we have come since that fateful day in 1928. This photograph serves as a testament to human ingenuity and our relentless pursuit of progress.
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