Early balloon design
Early balloon design, described as an aerostatic globe, with equipment to travel in the air by wind. A) The Vessel. B) Sails that are used according to the wind. C) Another sail that can be used as a forward rudder. D) Rudder at the back. E) An anchor to stop the balloon in case of storm or when the passengers wish to disembark
Picture No
10610415
Media ID
48037371
Size
3535px x 5000px
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Credit
©The Royal Aeronautical Society (National Aerospace Library)/Mary Evans
Source
Designed and engraved by J Houel
Date
4 December 1783
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1780s 1783 Aerostatic Anchor Ballooning Disembark Rudder Sails Wish
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