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Domitor. Print shows Taillepied de La Garennes proposed system of aerial
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Domitor. Print shows Taillepied de La Garennes proposed system of aerial
Domitor. Print shows Taillepied de La Garennes proposed system of aerial navigation consisting of a balloon with a double parachute on a single axis capable of transporting six persons; parachutes in open position extend to right of balloon. (Source: AG Renstrom, LC staff, 1981-82). Date 1852?
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This print from 1852 showcases the visionary aerial navigation system proposed by the French inventor, Taillepied de La Garenne, known as Domitor. The image, sourced from the AG Renstrom collection at the Library of Congress, presents an extraordinary contraption that defies the limitations of the era's transportation. Domitor's innovative design features a hot air balloon with a unique double parachute system suspended on a single axis. This ingenious setup is capable of accommodating an impressive six persons, making it a significant leap forward in collective aviation. The parachutes, depicted in open position to the right of the balloon, serve as a safety measure for a controlled descent in case of an emergency. The captivating artwork not only highlights the technical brilliance of Domitor's design but also the audacious spirit of exploration and innovation that characterized the early days of aeronautics. Although this system did not ultimately lead to commercial flights, it represents a crucial step in the development of lighter-than-air travel and the pursuit of human flight. This print serves as a testament to the visionaries who dared to dream beyond the confines of the earth and reach for the skies.
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