1908 Designed early airplane

Todd's first full-sized biplane began construction as early as the fall of 1908 by the Wittemann Brothers of Staten Island. The framework was constructed out of straight-grained spruce, the upper coverings of the wings were muslin, the lower covering was seven-ounce army duck. Piano wire held the wings together. The airplane had two seats, and was 36 ft (11 m) in length, powered by modified Rinek motor. Realizing the importance of aviation, Todd started the first Junior Aero Club in 1908 to foster the education of future aviators. The club met at Todd's residence in New York, where her living room had become her workshop and was decorated by aircraft models of her own design and other mechanical toys. Todd was also credited with inventing and patenting a cabinet with a folding table, a cannon that could be triggered by solar power, a sundial, and an aeolian harp device that could be attached to a tree.

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Category:
Aviation

Completion Status:
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Patent Number:
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