Data Quote by Orville Wright
“No data on air propellers was available, but we had always understood that it was not a difficult matter to secure an efficiency of 50% with marine propellers.”
About This Quote
Early assumptions held that marine propellers could easily achieve 50% efficiency despite lacking data.
In simple terms: People believed 50% efficient propellers were easy to get.
Key Takeaway
Question assumptions with data.
Themes
engineering
efficiency
assumptions
Mood
skeptical
inquisitive
Type
technical
historical
When to use this quote
- product development
- technical planning
- research projects
Key Concepts
aerodynamics
marine design
Questions to Reflect On
- What evidence supports your efficiency claim?
- How do you verify design assumptions?
A Different Perspective
Real‑world performance may differ from theoretical expectations.
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