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The article explores the development of the flying bomb during World War I, focusing on the contributions of Elmer Sperry and his son Lawrence. They collaborated with the Navy and the Naval Consulting Board to create an aerial torpedo with gyroscopic stabilizers and radio control systems. Although the aerial torpedo lacked accuracy, it had a range of 50 to 100 miles and caught the Army's attention. The article also mentions the challenges faced in developing the flying bomb, such as finding an airframe, means of launching, and control mechanism. Ultimately, the Navy took over the project, but interest dwindled until the Navy resumed the development of pilotless aircraft over a decade later. [Extracted from the article] |
