Calculator, Graphic, Oblique, Aerial Type A-1, Prototype, with 18 Transectors
At Wright Field, Ohio, Amron Katz developed the aerial photographic computer to solve mathematical problems in aerial photography. It consists of a base board computer, on which are drawn the coordinate axes (altitude and ground distance), and 18 mylar overlays, one for each type of camera used. The computer can calculate photographic coverage, nadir point distances, and effective altitudes.
Display Status
This object is on display in Boeing Aviation Hangar at the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.
Object Details
Date
1949
Country of Origin
United States of America
Type
EQUIPMENT-Photographic
Designer
Amron H. Katz
Physical Description
Base board and transparent sector overlays used to present a graphic and dynamic analysis of the oblique photograph; also determines coverage, nadir point distances and effective altitudes.
Dimensions
11.25 in high, 18 in wide
Materials
OVERALL - METAL & PLASTIC
TRANSECTORS (9) - HARD PLASTIC
TRANSECTORS (9) - MYLAR
Inventory Number
A19930313000
Credit Line
Gift of Amrom H. Katz
Data Source
National Air and Space Museum
Restrictions & Rights
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