The First MILITARY FLYER

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Wilbur Wright is a hero after his successful flight to France, August of 1908. The French Parliament and the Aero Club of France, the brothers awarded medals in their honor. Wilbur broke several distances, altitude and duration records before the end of that year. Wilbur allowed more than 40 passengers in altitude during that time; an old friend, prospective business leads, a young boy, and the very first female airplane passenger, Ms. Hart Berg, wife of dealmaker who The Wrights had put in contact with the government of France.

However, he resumed flights very carefully. He refused to accept any challenge to the author of the Daily Mail of London to fly across the English Channel. Instead, he stayed aloft for the record of two hours and18 minutes, 33 seconds on Dec. 31st, an adjustment to end a wonderful year. In total, he had created nine records before January 2, 1909. 

On 12 January 1909, Katharine, Wilbur’s sister, and Orville, who was leaning on his two canes because of injuries from a crash at Ft. Myer the previous year, came to France. The two brothers and their sister Katharine met with King Alfonso from Spain, King Victor Emmanuel from Italy and England’s Edward VII. Word of the achievements flew home fast to Dayton.

April 1, 1909, the two brothers were in Cento Elle, Italy to form the two pilots with the Army of Italy on the new plane that came from Ohio. During one flight, Wilbur escorted a reporter with him; he filmed the first footage of a plane in flight. 

Leaving Italy, the two brothers visited England briefly before leaving to go home, where work on the contract with the American army was awaiting them. While visiting England, they contracted an English balloon manufacturer to construct six Wright crafts for a variety of clients outside the French union.

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Three brothers went to New York, May 11, where huge crowds welcomed. When they went at Dayton, May 13, the same welcome was waiting for them. President Taft also sent a message asking them to visit Washington, DC to accept a medal from the United States government. 

But in the end, they both returned to work building the first American military plane. When he finished, and with a brief break for a ceremony in honor them on June 17, the two head to Ft. Myer, Virginia, to demonstrate a military Flyer to the U.S. Army. The flyer was ready to be displayed on June 24, but they waited until certain all was right in spite of the spectators that came to watch. 

Orville took flight June 29. There was a shaky beginning and struck a tree, which damaged the aircraft. But it has repaired and he regained his calm. July 12, he started to fly without problems. On 27 July, he set another new record time, the flight of an hour 12 minutes with Lt. Lahm with him. This did exceed a requirement of the Army staying aloft for an hour with passengers on board. 

Wright Flyer of 1909 was then formally accepted on August 2, 1909, designated as Signal Corps Airplane No. 1, to be the first military plane. 

Following the approval of the plane, the Army then moved the aviation activities into College Park, Maryland, which could handle a larger field of flight. 

In October, Wilbur started giving flight lessons. Wilbur installed the addition of levers in the plane beside the student’s seat so that they would be able to take control. 

Humphreys solo, October 26 two minutes became the first "pilot". Wilbur was happy with the flights the next few days; he took Ms. Van Deman, the wife of Capt. Ralph Van Deman with the 21st Infantry

During this time, the brothers flying Foulois instructions mailed a couple of times. Early 1911, the planes were in bad condition, were ransacked by Foulois and rebuilt several different times, and were removed from service further.

All About SKATEBOARDING

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Skateboarding is one heck of a craze, especially for the young ones. A recent study estimated that over twelve million people all over the world are involved in skateboarding, and more than one-third of all skateboarders are 18 years old or younger.

Skateboarding is technically defined as an activity wherein one interacts with a skateboard. A skateboard is a platform with wheels which was originally conceptualized during the 1950s where skateboarding became a pastime for surfers when the waves in the seas were too low.

During those days, surfers disassembled roller skates and took the wheels and attached them into wooden planks. This idea evolved from the use of what they called the crate scooters, which was basically a transportation and a pastime equipment made from a wooden crate that is attached to some kind of handle bars.

In the 1960s, skateboarding started to become a craze. Manufacturers sold millions of skateboards which literally resembled surfboards. They marketed skateboards back then as an alternative to surfing. In the 1970s, skateboarding took a more serious turn as the materials for the skateboards were upgraded from wood to more durable and flexible materials. Today, the skateboard is far better than ever before, as millions of dollars flow into researching the best materials and designs to be used in producing them.

Skateboarding is such an enjoyable and a challenging activity at the same time. Some people use skateboards as a means of transportation. It is a relatively practical way of getting around town because skateboards are so cheap and small as compared to bikes and scooters. One can buy a skateboard at a ridiculously low price, even a kid can buy one from his allowance savings.

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Some people see skateboarding as a serious sport which entails lots of skills and talent. Several international competitions such as the X Games provide venues wherein the best skateboarders in the world can show their stuff. Skateboarding can be easy, but when it comes to executing tricks and stunts, it’s a whole different world all together. One needs the proper training and experience to be able to pull some tricks off.

If we look deeper into the world of skateboarding, it is definitely more than just a pastime or a sport, there is a culture that seemingly comes along skateboarding. Back in the olden days, skateboarding was primarily associated with the “rebel” culture. Skateboarders were often given the image of being dregs and rebels. However, as time passes by, skateboarding has been considered as a serious activity rather than a manifestation of rebellious angst.

Learning how to skateboard is usually done in the streets. Most of the successful skateboarders that we have today began their careers spending countless hours of practice on the streets. It’s not that they want to get good at skateboarding, it’s just they enjoy being doing their thing.

If you or someone whom you know is interested in skateboarding, there’s really nothing wrong with trying it out. However, there are some serious precautions that need to be taken before engaging in the activity. Having the right protection such as helmets, elbow and knee pads are a must when skateboarding. They may look a little bit bulky, but they will prevent one from having serious injuries in skateboarding. The dangers of the activity are real and should not be taken for granted.

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REMOTE CONTROLLED Cars Make A Fun Hobby

If someone is interested in radio controlled hobbies, they almost always start with a car. Unlike a boat or a plane, cars usually won’t be completely destroyed if they fail. It is very easy to make a basic radio controlled car, but as you do it you will discover that there is a huge amount of knowledge that can be gained. As you gain this knowledge, you can start to use advanced techniques to create cars that are stronger, faster, or more efficient than your previous ones. You can throw one together in a few minutes, or you can spend months creating an amazing car with superb speed and handling. The amount of effort you put into it is entirely up to you.

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If you are just starting with radio controlled hobbies, it is probably wise to just buy a pre-made radio controlled car. You can buy these in toy shops almost anywhere. It may be slow and clumsy, and it may not satisfy your technological urges, but it is a good place to start. Play with it for a couple of days, and then take it apart. Look at the way the motors are connected to the wheels, and look at the general architecture of the car. After you understand it all, you will have much better luck when you start to build your own. You may even be able to use a few parts, such as the body of the car or the radio equipment. The motors will probably not be as strong as you would like.

After you have gained this essential basic understanding of the way that radio controlled cars work, you can start on whatever you want your next project to be. For most people, their goal is to build a model car from wood or plastic, install the electrical components, paint it, apply decals, and basically get it looking as good and performing as good as possible. Others may want to build an incredibly fast remote-controlled car to show off to friends. No matter what you want to do, you will only be able to achieve it if you take it one step at a time and learn everything there is to know about remotely controlled hobbies.

Many different resources can help you out along your way to becoming an expert in radio controlled hobbies. You will probably be spending a lot of time researching all of the different information that you need. You can find it all over the internet, including many different tutorials. For more specific questions, you can go to community groups and forums. This is where people from all over the world gather together on the internet to discuss their hobby, support each other, and brag about their latest accomplishments. Usually, they are very welcoming to newcomers, especially if you are very clear and polite in asking your question.

Radio controlled cars don’t have to be without competition. If you want to put your car up against those of other enthusiasts, you can find many different races and exhibitions around the world. Just do a quick internet search, and find out what the nearest option is. You might have to take a weekend trip, but it will be worth it to be around those who are as passionate as you about what you are doing. These meetings may include races or just a good old convention to share tips and tricks with other radio hobbyists. You would be surprised at the large amount of information that you can learn from the people who go to these events.

Starting a new hobby may be daunting at first since there is a wealth of information that you probably know nothing about. However, if you just get started with the basics and use all of your resources that are at your disposal, you will be able to succeed.

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Basics of a Wireless BURGLAR ALARM System

Safety and convenience – these two factors are the major reasons behind every family’s choice on having a wireless burglar alarm system in their home. Compared to the standard burglar alarm system which is connected using different wires, the wireless alarm utilizes radio waves. Having so, this lessens the many scattered and displayed wires inside your home.

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More convenience, as well as savings, is brought by the wireless alarm since you do not need to hire an electrician, also, the equipment can easily be attached on a wall area of your choice as long as you properly adhere to the manual guide included in every package. 

It will be handier that upon installation of your wireless burglar alarm system, you have an adept knowledge of the equipment’s composition.  

Humans have a brain. The brain is considered the control center of the entire body. When some of the humanity’s geniuses invented equipment, they formulated brains for it. The control panel is the brain of a wireless burglar alarm system. Just like human’s brain which sends messages to and receives stimulation from all parts of the body. The control panel is responsible for disseminating signals to the system’s sensors which then creates an “alarm” sound.  

The keypad serves as the heart of your wireless burglar alarm system wherein it is responsible for letting your system function or destabilize. The remote keys are alternative to keypads. Remote keys are normally used in long distance for the system to effectively function. 

Other parts of the wireless burglar alarm system which you should get familiar with are the magnetic contacts, contact sensors, cameras and monitoring devices.  

The magnetic contact is a switch which determines the space between the switch and the magnet. Whenever the space between the switch and the magnet goes beyond its normal measurement and the system has been turned on, an alarm sound is evident. Space heightens when individual attempts to open a door or a window.  

Some wireless burglar alarm system has built-in contact sensors. Motions or excessive heat is being detected by this type of sensors. Contact sensors are commonly used where there are fewer chances for individuals to be present in a certain area in the home or in an establishment. Another supplementary device in the system is the “monitoring service” which detects signals from the control panel. When a burglar enters your home and the system has detected it, an alarm will then manifest. The monitoring service will be the one responsible for calling emergency institutions such as 911, a police station or even the hospital. Thus you are guaranteed that during urgent situations immediate help will come its way. 

Cameras can also be available with this type of alarm system for additional surveillance which may lead to greater protection. The transmission of video information from the cameras will go through a wireless signal which will identify people coming in and out of your place. Thus you will have an easier time to distinguish who your visitors are the culprits.   

There should be no second thoughts when safety is the subject matter. You cannot sacrifice your own as well as your family’s protection over anything else. With sufficient knowledge about the security equipment you have at home, such as the wireless burglar alarm system, you are providing utmost protection that you and your family deserve.

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Great Americans - Asa Gray (1810 - 1888)

Great Americans - Asa Gray (1810 - 1888)

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The Importance of Properly Preparing for a RV Trip

Are you interested in taking an RV trip?  If you are, you will want to take the time to properly and fully plan for and prepare for your upcoming trip.

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As nice as it is to hear that should properly plan for and prepare for your upcoming RV trip, you may be curious as to what the importance of doing so is.  After all, you may only be interested in visiting the next town over for a day or two.  Even in these types of situations, with short RV trips, it is still important to properly plan and prepare. 

One of the many reasons why you are encouraged to properly plan for and prepare for your upcoming RV trip, no matter where you are going or for how long, is because of safety.  If your motor home breaks down, will you be able to get assistance right away?  Those who own their own RVs are encouraged in invest in RV insurance or at least roadside assistance.  For those renting RVs, it is important to determine, ahead of time, if roadside assistance is included in rental fees.  When traveling, it is always best to prepare for the worst.

Another reason why you should properly plan and prepare for your upcoming RV trip is for your loved ones.  When you take the time to do the proper amount of planning and preparation, your loved ones can take comfort in knowing that you are safe and out of harm's way.  This is ideal if you have children who will be staying behind.  In fact, you may want to create a mini itinerary for yourself to leave behind; include what stops you plan to make, when you will check-in, as well as when you will return.

Perhaps, the greatest reason why you should take the time to properly plan for and prepare for an upcoming RV trip is so that you can have a good time.  If your planning and preparation are rushed, you may find yourself missing important supplies.  For example, what would happen when you went to take a shower and realized that you forgot the towels, and so forth?  Not only can this result in additional expenses on the road, but it is also a huge inconvenience.

In conjunction with improving your overall satisfaction, proper planning, and preparation, for an RV trip, reduce the amount of worry or concern you may have about doing so.  For example, by creating a checklist in advance and going through that checklist before your trip, you can make sure that you have “all of your ducks in a row.”  This is likely to provide you with a sense of comfort and security, which can help improve your chances of having a truly fun and memorable RV trip.

As highlighted above, there are a number of reasons why you should take the time to properly plan and prepare for your next RV trip.  The good news is that it is relatively easy to properly plan and prepare for an upcoming RV trip.  For example, make a checklist of what items you would like to pack, which items you will need to buy, stops you would like to make along the way, and so forth.  Traveling by RV can be fun and exciting, but it can also be dangerous and frustrating if the proper steps are not first taken.  

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