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Harvey Allen, US aeronautical engineer C014 / 0566
Harvey Allen (1910-1977). Portrait of the US aeronautical engineer and director of NASAs Ames Research Center, Harry (Harvey) Julian Allen, standing in front of a blackboard with his Blunt Body Theory equations. Allen is best known for this Blunt Body Theory of re-entry aerodynamics. This theory permitted successful recovery of orbiting spacecraft and led to the design of ablative heat shields that protected the Mercury, Gemini and Apollo astronauts as their space capsules re-entered the Earths atmosphere. He served as Center Director of the NASA Ames Research Center from 1965 to 1969. His techniques are still used to this day. Photographed at Ames Research Center, California, USA, in 1957
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1950s 1957 Aerodynamics Aerospace Engineering Black And White Black Board Blackboard Board California Californian Centre Director Engineer Equation Equations History Of Science Nasa Space Flight Spaceflight Surname A Theory Aeronautical Engineer Ames Research Center Chalk Board Chalkboard Re Entry Shields
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This print showcases Harvey Allen, a renowned US aeronautical engineer and director of NASA's Ames Research Center. Standing confidently in front of a blackboard adorned with his groundbreaking Blunt Body Theory equations, Allen epitomizes the brilliance and innovation that propelled space exploration forward. Harvey Allen is best known for his revolutionary Blunt Body Theory of re-entry aerodynamics, which paved the way for successful recovery of orbiting spacecraft. His theory played a pivotal role in designing ablative heat shields that safeguarded Mercury, Gemini, and Apollo astronauts during their perilous journey back to Earth's atmosphere. Captured at Ames Research Center in California in 1957, this photograph encapsulates an era marked by technological advancements and scientific breakthroughs. As the Center Director from 1965 to 1969, Allen left an indelible mark on spaceflight history through his unwavering dedication to aerospace engineering. Even today, Harvey Allen's techniques continue to shape our understanding of space exploration. This image serves as a testament to his enduring legacy as one of the foremost figures in the field. With its historical significance and portrayal of human ingenuity at its finest, this print stands as a timeless tribute to Harvey Julian Allen's contributions to science and technology.
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