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Metal Print : Curtiss K-12, V-12 Engine, ca. 1918. Creator: Curtiss Aeroplane and Motor Company
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Curtiss K-12, V-12 Engine, ca. 1918. Creator: Curtiss Aeroplane and Motor Company
In 1916 Curtiss engineer Charles Kirkham began designing an engine to compete with the Wright Corporations Hispano-Suiza. By late 1917, the prototype K-12 (K for Kirkham) was bench tested. While it met its design objectives of high power, low frontal area, compact size, and low weight, the engine encountered technical difficulties during development. Kirkham left Curtiss in 1919, and Arthur Nutt took over the project, eventually producing the D-12, which became a highly successful racing and military power plant in the 1920s. This engine is manufacturers number 5 out of about 20 built. The K-12 powered the Curtiss Navy 18T Wasp triplane and the Army Curtiss 18B Hornet biplane. In 1919 Curtiss test pilot Roland Rholfs set a new worlds altitude record of 10, 641 m (34, 910 ft) with the 18T
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16"x20" (51x41cm) Metal Print
Step back in time with our stunning Metal Print featuring the Curtiss K-12, V-12 Engine, a historic aviation masterpiece from the Curtiss Aeroplane and Motor Company. This iconic engine, designed by Charles Kirkham in 1916, was a groundbreaking development in aviation history. With its distinctive design and powerful capabilities, the K-12 was a direct competitor to the Wright Corporation's Hispano-Suiza engine. Our high-quality Metal Print brings this piece of aviation heritage to life, with vibrant colors and exceptional detail that truly capture the essence of this engineering marvel. Experience the rich history of aviation with this beautiful and unique addition to your home or office décor.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, our metal photo prints go beyond traditional canvases, adding a cool, modern touch to your space. Wall mount on back. Eco-friendly 100% post-consumer recycled ChromaLuxe aluminum surface. The thickness of the print is 0.045". Featuring a Scratch-resistant surface and Rounded corners. Backing hangers are attached to the back of the print and float the print 1/2-inch off the wall when hung, the choice of hanger may vary depending on size and International orders will come with Float Mount hangers only. Finished with a brilliant white high gloss surface for unsurpassed detail and vibrance. Printed using Dye-Sublimation and for best care we recommend a non-ammonia glass cleaner, water, or isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol to prevent harming the print surface. We recommend using a clean, lint-free cloth to wipe off the print. The ultra-hard surface is scratch-resistant, waterproof and weatherproof. Avoid direct sunlight exposure.
Made with durable metal and luxurious printing techniques, metal prints bring images to life and add a modern touch to any space
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 50.8cm x 40.6cm (20" x 16")
Estimated Product Size is 51.4cm x 41.2cm (20.2" x 16.2")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases the impressive Curtiss K-12 engine, a remarkable creation by the renowned Curtiss Aeroplane and Motor Company. Developed in 1918 as an ambitious competitor to the Hispano-Suiza engine produced by the Wright Corporation, this particular model is manufacturer's number 5 out of approximately 20 built. Designed with meticulous attention to detail, the K-12 engine boasted exceptional features such as high power output, compact size, low weight, and minimal frontal area. However, its journey towards perfection was not without challenges during its developmental phase. After Charles Kirkham initiated its design process in 1916 and successfully bench tested it by late 1917, technical difficulties arose. Nonetheless, Arthur Nutt took over the project after Kirkham's departure from Curtiss in 1919. Under his guidance and expertise, he refined and transformed the K-12 into what became known as the highly successful D-12 engine. This powerful innovation proved invaluable both on racing circuits and within military applications throughout the vibrant aviation era of the 1920s. The K-12 powered notable aircraft like the Curtiss Navy 18T Wasp triplane and Army Curtiss 18B Hornet biplane. Its capabilities were further demonstrated when test pilot Roland Rholfs set a new world altitude record of an astounding height reaching up to approximately10,641 meters (34,910 feet) with an incredible flight aboard an 18T model in 1919. Preserved within this print lies a testament to Glenn Hammond Curtiss' pioneering spirit that revolutionized air transport during World War I. As part of our educational institution's collection at The National Air and Space Museum (NASM), we celebrate this technological marvel that propelled humanity into new frontiers of flight exploration.
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