Casting Development:
Engine Crankcase for Wright Brothers Flying Machine

Original 1903 Flight

Original Drawings

Original Drawings

Original Design to 3D Model

Concept Modeling

Foam Pattern Segments

Foam Pattern Segments

Final Pattern Assembly

Final Pattern Assembly

Final Pattern Assembly

Raw Casting

Raw Casting

Raw Casting Inspection

Degating the Casting

Cleaned Casting

Cleaned Casting

Machining the Casting

Machining the Casting

Crankcase Assembly

Crankcase Assembly

Crankcase Assembly

Engine Assembly

Engine Assembly

Engine Assembly

Engine Assembly

Engine Assembly

Testing

Testing

First Flight

Second Flight

Final Flight

Dedication Ceremony