Nikolai Zhukovsky, Russian engineer
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Nikolai Zhukovsky, Russian engineer
Nikolai Yegorovich Zhukovsky (1847-1921), Russian engineer. Also known as Joukowsky, he pioneered the study of air and fluid flow, which was crucial to a proper understanding of powered flight. He was born in Orekhovo, several hundred kilometres east of Moscow. He studied at Moscow University, and, from 1872, was a professor at the Imperial Moscow Technical School. In 1904, he founded the worlds first aerodynamics institute in Kachino, near Moscow. The Joukowsky transform is named after him, as is a crater on the Moon. Photographed on 1 November 1911
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This print captures the esteemed Nikolai Zhukovsky, a Russian engineer whose pioneering work revolutionized the understanding of air and fluid flow. Born in Orekhovo in 1847, several hundred kilometers east of Moscow, Zhukovsky's brilliance led him to study at Moscow University before becoming a professor at the Imperial Moscow Technical School in 1872. In 1904, he established the world's first aerodynamics institute in Kachino, near Moscow, solidifying his legacy as an influential figure in aviation history. His groundbreaking research on fluid dynamics and air flow laid the foundation for powered flight advancements that would follow. At age 64 when this photograph was taken on November 1st, 1911, Zhukovsky exudes wisdom and experience. The lines etched on his face tell stories of countless hours spent studying and experimenting with aircraft designs. As one gazes into his eyes filled with determination and passion for engineering marvels, it is evident that this man has dedicated his life to pushing boundaries. Nikolai Zhukovsky's contributions to science extend beyond just theoretical concepts; they have left an indelible mark on human progress. Honored by having both the Joukowsky transform named after him and a lunar crater bearing his name, he will forever be remembered as a visionary who propelled humanity towards new heights through his unwavering dedication to aerodynamics and aeronautics.
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