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Wright Vertical 4, In-line 4 Engine, 1906. Creator: Wright Company
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Wright Vertical 4, In-line 4 Engine, 1906. Creator: Wright Company
The Wright vertical four-cylinder engine was designed by Orville Wright in 1906. These engines, of which more were built than any other Wright Brothers engine model, were produced until approximately 1912. They were used during the U.S. Army and European demonstrations, which were crucial to the success of the Wright brothers and their airplanes. An engine of this type powered the Vin Fiz, the first U.S. transcontinental aircraft, and Wright Model B aircraft. A Wright B1 was the U.S. Navys second aircraft, which was first flown by Orville Wright on July 15, 1911, and later converted to a " hydroaeroplane." ; This particular engine was a keepsake of Orville Wright for many years. Wright gave the engine to his close and trusted friend, Jim Jacobs, who had been a mechanic with the original Wright Company. In 1948, the engine was donated to the Smithsonian Institution by Jacobs wife, Ruth
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This print showcases the remarkable Wright Vertical 4, In-line 4 Engine, designed by Orville Wright in 1906. Serving as a testament to the ingenuity of the Wright brothers, this engine model played a pivotal role in their aviation triumphs. With more units produced than any other engine model by the Wright Company, it remained in production until around 1912. These engines were instrumental during crucial U. S. Army and European demonstrations that propelled the success of the Wright brothers and their groundbreaking airplanes. Notably, an engine of this type powered both the Vin Fiz, which marked America's first transcontinental flight, and various iterations of the iconic Wright Model B aircraft. A cherished keepsake for Orville Wright himself for many years, this particular engine found its way into the hands of his close friend Jim Jacobs—a trusted mechanic at the original Wright Company. Eventually donated to Smithsonian Institution by Jacobs' wife Ruth in 1948, it now resides within their prestigious National Air and Space Museum collection. With its intricate design and historical significance, this photograph encapsulates not only a technological marvel but also represents a significant milestone in American aviation history. It stands as a testament to human innovation and serves as an educational artifact within our scientific institution—an enduring symbol of progress in transportation technology that continues to inspire generations today.
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