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Peer reviewedRodriguez, Charles L.; Most, Michael – Journal of Studies in Technical Careers, 1995
Four major elements of airplanes had to be developed in order to achieve flight. The critical design mix of lift, propulsion, control, and structure was achieved through the work of many pioneers. (SK)
Descriptors: Aviation Technology, Design, Inventions
Peer reviewedPage, Brian R. – Physics Teacher, 1991
Recounts the contributions of Robert Goddard from the years of 1911 to 1930 to the development of the physics of rocketry. Discusses the results of Goddard's series of rocket experiments endorsed by the Smithsonian Institute, and Goddard's claims to priority in the development of rocket theory. (MDH)
Descriptors: Aerospace Technology, Aviation Technology, High Schools, Kinetics
