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Their breakthrough in aviation was largely due to their innovative design of a three-axis control system, which allowed for precise control of the aircraft.[([[https:// | Their breakthrough in aviation was largely due to their innovative design of a three-axis control system, which allowed for precise control of the aircraft.[([[https:// | ||
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+ | ===== Conducted Experiments At Kitty Hawk ===== | ||
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+ | The Wright brothers conducted many of their early experiments at Kitty Hawk because of its consistent winds and soft sand, which provided a safe landing surface.[([[https:// | ||
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+ | ===== Met With Skepticism ===== | ||
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+ | ===== Demonstrations In Europe ===== | ||
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+ | It wasn't until 1908, after a series of successful public demonstrations in Europe, that they began to receive widespread acclaim.[([[https:// | ||
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+ | ===== Wright Company ===== | ||
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+ | The Wright brothers formed the Wright Company in 1909 to manufacture and sell their airplanes.[([[https:// | ||
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+ | ===== Katharine ===== | ||
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+ | Their sister Katharine played a significant role in their business endeavors, managing their correspondence and serving as a spokesperson for the company.[([[https:// | ||
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+ | ===== Langley Medal ===== | ||
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+ | Orville and Wilbur Wright were awarded the Langley Medal in 1910 for their contributions to aviation.[([[https:// | ||
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+ | ===== Legion of Honor ===== | ||
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+ | They were also awarded the Legion of Honor by the French government in 1909.[([[https:// | ||
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+ | ===== Flight With Passenger ===== | ||
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+ | Orville Wright became the first person to fly with a passenger when he took his mechanic, Charles Furnas, on a flight in 1908.[([[https:// | ||
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+ | ===== Refinement ===== | ||
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+ | The Wright brothers continued to refine their aircraft designs, making significant improvements in stability and control.[([[https:// | ||
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+ | ===== Foundation For Further Development ===== | ||
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+ | ===== Served As Consultant ===== | ||
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+ | Orville Wright served as a consultant to the U.S. Army Signal Corps during World War I, helping to develop military aircraft.[([[https:// | ||
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+ | ===== Wilbur' | ||
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+ | Wilbur Wright died of typhoid fever on May 30, 1912, at the age of 45, leaving Orville to continue their work alone.[([[https:// | ||
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+ | ===== Selling Wright Company ===== | ||
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+ | Orville Wright sold the Wright Company in 1915 and retired from active involvement in aviation.[([[https:// | ||
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+ | ===== Advancements In Aviation ===== | ||
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+ | Orville Wright lived to see many significant advancements in aviation, including the development of jet propulsion and commercial air travel.[([[https:// | ||
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