Oberths book on rocketry
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Oberths book on rocketry
Oberths book on rocketry. Hermann Oberth (1894-1989) was a German space travel pioneer. In 1922, his doctoral dissertation was rejected. He had it privately published in 1923 as Die Rakete zu den Planetenraumen (By Rocket into Planetary Space). It was later expanded as Ways to travel in Space (1929). Oberths books established the basis for the technology of manned spaceflight. Many of his inventions and suggestions were used in the design of the first rockets launched by the USA and the USSR
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1900s 1929 Book Design Designs Early Engineering Front Cover German Manned Spaceflight Pioneer Pioneering Rocket Science Rocketry Space Flight Studio Text
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This print showcases the front cover of Hermann Oberth's groundbreaking book on rocketry. As a German space travel pioneer, Oberth's contributions to the field are immeasurable. Despite facing rejection for his doctoral dissertation in 1922, he persevered and privately published it as "Die Rakete zu den Planetenraumen" (By Rocket into Planetary Space) in 1923. This work later evolved into "Ways to Travel in Space" (1929), which became a cornerstone for the technology behind manned spaceflight. Oberth's visionary ideas and inventions played a significant role in shaping the design of rockets launched by both the United States and the Soviet Union. His pioneering research laid down crucial foundations for rocket science, making him an influential figure in early 20th-century engineering and technological advancements. The photograph beautifully captures this historical artifact, showcasing its intricate details against a simple studio backdrop. The single still life composition highlights the importance of Oberth's book as a symbol of scientific progress during that era. As we delve into this image, we are reminded of how far humanity has come since those early days of space exploration. It serves as a testament to human curiosity and our relentless pursuit of knowledge beyond Earth's boundaries.
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