Wright Brothers Flying Machine

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The discussion centers on reconstructing the Wright Brothers' flying machine, specifically the Wright Bat Vertical Flying Machine. Participants recommend using a balsa wood rubber-band airplane kit, which can be modified to resemble the original design. Suggestions include sourcing materials from local hardware stores and utilizing household objects for construction. A specific online resource featuring balsa wood airplane kits is also mentioned as a helpful guide.

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  • Understanding of basic aerodynamics principles
  • Familiarity with balsa wood construction techniques
  • Knowledge of rubber-band propulsion systems
  • Basic crafting skills for modifying airplane models
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  • Research balsa wood rubber-band airplane kits available online
  • Explore DIY techniques for building model airplanes using household materials
  • Learn about the principles of stability in model aircraft design
  • Investigate online resources for historical model airplane construction
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Hobbyists, educators, and anyone interested in model aircraft construction, particularly those looking to recreate historical flying machines using accessible materials.

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http://www.turnertoys.com/G1/MM2202bat144.jpg

"The Wright Bat Vertical Flying Machine
Wilbur and Orville Wright (you've heard of them) played with a wooden version of this toy in 1878. Their father, Bishop Milton Wright, bought it for them as a gift. Wind the rotor and let go - it flies up! Tie a light plastic ribbon tail to it as a stabilizer. "

Hi! I've been wondering how to reconstruct this model flying machine! Can anyone give me a few pointers/guides?
 
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Get a balsa wood rubber-band airplane kit from a hobby store, and modify the wings to look more like that. Or just play with the plane vertically.
 
Thanks, but I've tried searching my local hobby store, but none of them seem to be able to work this one claims to. So, I was thinking of making this by hand, using supplies from my local hardware store.
 
Well what do you know!? I googled balsa wood rubber band airplane, and one of the first hits has that exact Wright Brothers glider part-way down this page!

http://www.turnertoys.com/G1/balsa_model_airplanes2.htm

Have fun!
 
Yeah! That's exactly the page where I got it from! But I'm more interested in making a similar model using household objects and was wondering if anyone had good alternative materials on how to build it.