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Lindbergh Makes The First Nonstop Solo Flight Across The Atlantic Ocean, John Alfred Heitmann
Lindbergh Makes The First Nonstop Solo Flight Across The Atlantic Ocean, John Alfred Heitmann
History Faculty Publications
In his high-wing monoplane, The Spirit of St. Louis, Lindbergh became the first aviator to fly solo across the Atlantic Ocean, making the trip from New York to Paris in 33.5 hours.
Goddard Launches The First Liquid Fuel Propelled Rocket, John Alfred Heitmann
Goddard Launches The First Liquid Fuel Propelled Rocket, John Alfred Heitmann
History Faculty Publications
Using liquid oxygen and gasoline as fuels, Goddard pioneered the first practical liquid fuel rocket, setting the stage for future developments in modern rocketry.
Burton Introduces Thermal Cracking For Refining Petroleum, John Alfred Heitmann
Burton Introduces Thermal Cracking For Refining Petroleum, John Alfred Heitmann
History Faculty Publications
Employing high temperatures and pressures, Burton developed a large-scale chemical cracking process, thus pioneering a method that met the need for more fuel.
Gorgas Develops Effective Methods For Controlling Mosquitoes, John Alfred Heitmann
Gorgas Develops Effective Methods For Controlling Mosquitoes, John Alfred Heitmann
History Faculty Publications
Employing recent discoveries on the role of mosquitoes in the transmission of malaria and yellow fever, Gorgas applied strict sanitary controls within the Panama region, thereby enabling construction of the canal.