Lun-class Ground Effect Vehicl C017 / 7580
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Lun-class Ground Effect Vehicl C017 / 7580
Lun-class Ekranoplan Ground Effect Vehicle. Lun-class ground effect vehicle (GEV), or sea skimmer, developed at the Alexeyev hydrofoil design bureau. Ground effect refers to the effect when a wing traveling close to the ground experiences enhanced lift-drag ratio. This enables a combination of greater aircraft weight for less power and potentially enhanced fuel economy. Ground effect vehicles were built by Russian engineer Rostislav Alexeyev. The Lun-class was one of the largest sea-planes ever built. It measured 73 metres in length and was powered by eight turbofan engines. It was equipped to carry weapons and the low flying altitude (four metres above water) allowed it to remain undetected by radar. Only one plane was built. It entered service around 1987 and was retired in the late 1990s
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1987 Amphibious Aviation Avionics Engineering Experimental Flying Machine Russia Transport System Vehicle Ground Effect Sea Plane
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This print showcases the Lun-class Ground Effect Vehicle C017/7580, also known as the Lun-class Ekranoplan. Developed at the Alexeyev hydrofoil design bureau in Russia, this massive sea skimmer represents a remarkable feat of engineering and technological innovation. With its ability to take advantage of ground effect, which enhances lift-drag ratio when flying close to the ground, this vehicle offered increased aircraft weight for less power and potentially improved fuel economy. Measuring an impressive 73 meters in length and powered by eight turbofan engines, the Lun-class was one of the largest sea-planes ever constructed. Its amphibious capabilities allowed it to seamlessly transition between land and water, making it a versatile transport system. Equipped with weapons and capable of flying just four meters above water level, this groundbreaking machine remained undetectable by radar during its service from 1987 until retirement in the late 1990s. The visionary engineer behind this extraordinary creation was Rostislav Alexeyev, who dedicated his expertise to building ground effect vehicles like no other. The Lun-class Ekranoplan stands as a testament to his ingenuity and pioneering spirit in flight technology. This stunning photograph captures not only the awe-inspiring size and power of this unique aircraft but also serves as a reminder of Europe's contributions to aviation advancements throughout the 20th century. As we admire this image from Science Photo Library's collection curated by RIA NOVOSTI/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY, we are transported into a world where imagination takes flight on wings that skim across both land and sea.
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