Direction des ballons (systeme Ardisson), Bordeaux, le 26 ja
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Direction des ballons (systeme Ardisson), Bordeaux, le 26 janvier 1871. Design drawings for a system proposed by Annibal Ardisson to navigate a balloon from a platform located below the bag. The aeronaut manipulates blades in a moveable drum to interact with the wind and affect the direction of the balloon. (Source: AG Renstrom, LC staff, 1981-82). Date 1871
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1871 Bordeaux Direction Janvier Systeme Tissandier Aeronautics
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Direction des balloons (systeme Ardisson), Bordeaux, le 26 janvier 1871: A captivating glimpse into the past of aerial navigation, this image showcases Annibal Ardisson's innovative design for controlling a hot air balloon from a ground-based platform. Ardisson, a French engineer, proposed this system to revolutionize the way balloons were maneuvered during flight. The drawing depicts the intricate mechanism of the Ardisson system, which includes a moveable drum with adjustable blades. The aeronaut, situated below the balloon's bag, would manipulate these blades to interact with the wind and influence the balloon's direction. This groundbreaking concept challenged the traditional method of relying solely on wind currents to navigate, offering a new level of control and precision. The year was 1871, and the city of Bordeaux, France, served as the backdrop for this pioneering endeavor. The image, part of the extensive collection at the Library of Congress, was captured by AG Renstrom in the late 1980s. Although the Ardisson system did not gain widespread commercial use, it marked a significant milestone in the history of aeronautics, paving the way for future advancements in balloon navigation and flight control technology. This image offers a fascinating glimpse into the past, showcasing the ingenuity and determination of early aviation pioneers as they pushed the boundaries of human flight.
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