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William Abner Eddy —-
Born in New York on January 28, 1850, Eddy built and flew kites partly as play and partly to learn about the environment. In 1865, at the age of 15, he tied a lantern to the tail of a hexagonal kite and sent it up a great distance creating some excitement in his neighborhood as the blue light of the lens created wonder on a warm summer evening.
In 1883, Douglas Archibald in England began a new era of scientific kite flying by fastening anemometers to his kite wire to register total wind movements on dial-type instruments. Archibald was able to obtain differential measures of wind velocity at heights up to 1200 feet.
All of this came to Eddy’s attention. He noted that Archibald was using another common form of kite, the diamond shaped kite. Archibald’s diamonds, however, were ‘true’ diamond shape, much like those used by another scientific explorer Arthur Batat of France. In addition, they were flat and required a tail to keep them stable during flight.
Eddy found that his own kite was very similar in principle to the genuine Javanese kite from Malay. However, its size and the materials from which it was constructed differed considerably. Studying the Javanese kite and its characteristics carefully, Eddy applied his knowledge of the diamond form and the dihedral bow which he had evolved and made some further modifications. He also received suggestions from a friend, Charles Flanders of New York, who had considerable experience in flying and adapting such kites which had been imported by an Indonesian merchant from Malay to Cape Town, South Africa, where Flanders had been stationed with his work.
Thus began the final evolution of his design to the diamond Malay shape and form that is now generally known as the Eddy Diamond Kite. On August 4, 1894, using the favorable winds of the day, five Eddy bow diamond kites flying in train (with a total sail area of nine square metres) lifted a Thermograph to a height of 1,500 feet.
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RARE ART DECO Numbered 1.68CT Kite-Shaped Diamond Ring $19,500.00 |
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2.25 Ct Round Diamond Wedding Rings Set Kite Set 14K SI $1,799.99 |
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1 Ct Heart Shape Diamond Wedding Rings Kite-Set SI3 14K $1,799.99 |
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1 Ct Radiant Cut Diamond Wedding Rings Kite-Set SI1 EGL $1,799.99 |
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1 Ct Heart Shaped Diamond Wedding Rings Kite Set SI3 $1,699.99 |
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1 Ct Oval Shape Diamond Wedding Rings Kite-Set 14k EGL $1,699.99 |
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1.25 Ct Round Diamond Wedding Rings Set 14k Gold Kite $1,599.99 |
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14K Gold Canary Yellow Diamond Earrings Kites 3.95ct $1,595.00 |
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Designer 1ct+ Kite Marquise Rnd Diamond Ring 18KWG $1,500.00 |
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1 Ct Cushion Cut Diamond Wedding Rings Set Kite 14k SI $1,499.99 |
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1.25 Ct Princess Cut Diamond Wedding Rings Kite Set SI3 $1,499.99 |
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.80 Ct Asscher Cut Diamond Wedding Rings Kite-Set VVS1 $1,499.99 |
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14K Gold Canary Yellow Diamond Earrings Kites 3.34ct $1,495.00 |
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14K XL KITE PRINCESS CUT DIAMOND EARRINGS 19 MM 2.50 CT $1,199.99 |
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1 Ct Princess Cut Diamond 3 Stone Engagement Ring Kite $1,199.99 |
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1 Ct Princess Cut Diamond Wedding Rings Kite Set 14k VS $999.99 |
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1 Ct Princess Cut Diamond Wedding Rings Kite Set 14k $999.99 |
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1 Ct Princess Cut Diamond Anniversary Ring Band Kite SI $999.99 |
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1 Ct Round Diamond Kite Shape Earrings Pendant Set 14k $799.99 |
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.75 Ct Oval Shaped Diamond Wedding Ring Set Kite 14k SI $799.99 |
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14K Gold Canary Yellow Diamond Earrings Kites 2.07ct $799.00 |
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14K YELLOW GOLD 0.60CT MEN’S DIAMOND KITE SHAPE RING $790.99 |
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.50 Ct Princess Cut Diamond Wedding Rings Set 14k Kite $699.99 |
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MENS WHITE GOLD GENUINE KITE DIAMOND XL RING 1.50 CT $699.99 |
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MENS YELLOW GOLD GENUINE KITE DIAMOND XL RING 1.50 CT $699.99 |
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10K MENS XXL 21MM SI KITE DIAMOND STUD EARRINGS 2.85 CT $699.99 |
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10K MENS XXL 21MM SI KITE DIAMOND STUD EARRINGS 2.85 CT $699.99 |
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.75 ct Princess Cut Diamond Anniversary Band Kite 14K $699.99 |
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.50 Ct Oval Shaped Diamond Wedding Rings Set Kite 14k $649.99 |
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.50 Ct Princess Cut Diamond Anniversary Band Kite VS1 $649.99 |
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MENS WHITE GOLD GENUINE DIAMOND KITE XXL RING 1.23 CT $599.99 |
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1.00 Carat Diamond Jumbo White Gold Kite Earrings $580.00 |
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14K Men White Gold Diamond Kite Earring Hip Hop $559.00 |
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14K Men White Gold Diamond Kite Earring Hip Hop $559.00 |
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14K GOLD KITE SHAPE HIGH DOME PAVE DIAMOND BAND RING $555.55 |
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14K WHITE GOLD 0.75CT KITE STYLE STUD DIAMOND EARRINGS! $545.99 |
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NEW Diamond Pave Gold Men’s Ladies Kite Stud Earrings $519.08 |
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.50 Ct Round Diamond Pendant Kite Shape 14k Gold Chain $499.99 |
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MENS XXXL KITE PAVE DIAMOND EARRINGS 18 MM 2.00 CT ICED $499.99 |
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.60 Ct Round Diamond Earrings Kite Shape 14k White Gold $499.99 |
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10K MENS XL 17MM KITE DIAMOND STUD EARRINGS 1.43 CT $499.99 |
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MENS XXL MULTI COLOR KITE DIAMOND STUD EARRINGS 1.85 CT $499.99 |
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14K Gold Tri Color Diamond Kite Earrings 0.92ct $499.00 |
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New Diamond Pave Men’s Ladies Gold Kite Stud Earrings $476.08 |
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NEW Diamond Pave Gold Men’s Ladies Kite Stud Earrings $461.08 |
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.50 Ct Princess Cut Diamond Anniversary Band Kite shape $449.99 |
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MENS XXL 20MM COLOR KITE DIAMOND STUD EARRINGS 1.85 CT $429.99 |
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14K Gold Mens Hip Hop Kite Diamond Earrings 0.75 CTW $419.00 |
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NEW Diamond Pave Gold Men’s Ladies Kite Stud Earrings $410.08 |
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14K Gold Womens Round Pave Kite Diamond Earrings 0.65ct $399.00 |
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14K Gold Canary Yellow Diamond Kite Stud Earrings 1.02 $399.00 |
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NEW Diamond Pave Gold Men’s Ladies Kite Stud Earrings $384.08 |
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New Diamond Pave Gold Men’s Hip Hop Kite Stud Earring $383.08 |
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14K Gold Red Diamond Stud Earrings Kites 0.62ct $379.00 |
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Brainstorm Pets AKC Deluxe Diamond Kite – Bulldog $9.99 Too windy to take the dog for a walk? Now you can take your favorite AKC Pet Kite along to the park, beach or neighborhood street. This large diamond shaped kite is endorsed by the American Kennel Club and has an image of a Bulldog on it. It’s made with a fiberglass frame and durable nylon material that has a 25″ wingspan. It also sports a fancy tail and includes a no knot “quickclip®” handle… |
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12in Garden Flag – Aloha Diamond $10.80 Measures 12in x 18in… |
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28in House Flag – Aloha Diamond $20.25 Measures 28in x 40in… |
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Premier Kites Fairy Large Easy Flyer Kite $16.48 We designed this kite for the flyer who wants zero percent frustration and one hundred percent fun! Simple assembly and no-hassle flying make these beauties the easiest kites to fly. With many designs to choose from, you’re sure to find just the right Premier Large Easy Flyer to amuse the young and the young at heart…. |
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Go Fly A Kite Paradise Bird Kite $18.00 Specifications:Dimensions: 66″ X 60″ (168 X 152)cmMaterial: Ripstop NylonFrame: FiberglassRecommened Age: 8 & upWind Range: 6-25 mph… |
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Prism Stowaway Diamond Kite, Radiance $24.95 The Diamond Kite is Prism’s modern twist on the classic diamond kite. It’s 37″ tall unfurled, but folds into a pouch that’s barely a foot long, perfect for backpack, briefcase, or that spur-of-the-moment getaway to the great outdoors. It’s dye-sublimated with brilliant fractal-based geometric patterns onto colorfast ripstop polyester to create a spectacular piece of flying art that’ll last for yea… |
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The Ultimate Kite Book: The Complete Guide to Choosing, Making, and Flying Kites of All Kinds-From Boxex and Sleds to Diamonds and Deltas, from Stunts $15.50 Boasting more than two hundred full-color illustrations, a visual catalogue of the world’s classic kites explains how to fly everything from box kites to parachutes and includes a section on kite building…. |
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READER’S DIGEST CONDENSED BOOKS – FATHERLAND, JENNY’S MOUNTAIN, DIAMOND SOLITAIRE, TO FLY A KITE … |
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The Conker as Hard as a Diamond (Kestrel Kites) … |
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Rainbow Cloudbuster Diamond Kite $7.98 Nylon diamond kites.Ripstop nylon, SkyTails® included, fiberglass airframe, handle and line. wingspan: 25″height: 28″sail: Ripstop nylonframe: Fiberglass wind rating: 5-18 mphage rating: 8 to adult… |
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Diamond Kite Construction Kit $21.95 Diamond Kite Construction Kit |
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Kite $4.83 Kite |
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The Kite $12.85 The Kite |
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Fashion Silver Diamond Kite Sahped Chain $5.99 Fashion Silver Diamond Kite Sahped Chain |
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Kite Diamond Shape Drop Earrings $10404.95 Kite Diamond Shape Drop Earrings . These geometric mirrored diamond earrings are at the height of fashion. 4 kite shaped diamonds(1.76 ctw F color VS1 clarity) are prong set surrounded by brilliant round diamonds. 90 round diamonds(0.65 ctw VS clarity) are pavé set in a similar kite shape mounting. |
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Kite Real Diamond Hip Hop Kite .05 Carats 10k Yellow Gold Earrings $145 Kite Real Diamond Hip Hop Kite .05 Carats 10k Yellow Gold Earrings |
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Prism Diamond Kite $26.95 The Diamond Kite is Prism’s modern twist on the classic diamond kite. It’s 37″ tall unfurled, but folds into a pouch that’s barely a foot long, perfect for backpack, briefcase, or that spur-of-the-moment getaway to the great outdoors. It’s dye-sublimated with brilliant fractal-based geometric patterns onto colorfast ripstop polyester to create a spectacular piece of flying art that’ll last for years. To assemble, just pull it out and let the rods spring into their connectors; the spars are connected by bungee cord just like a tent pole so there’s nothing to lose and no way to assemble it backwards. Comes with a colorful 2-part matching tail, flying line and winder. Easy instructions are printed on the sleeve, flies eagerly even in light winds. Unique folding clasp keeps the kite flat for storage with a mesh pocket for your flying lines. Open the clasp like a book and kite springs instantly into shape, ready for action. Just clip on your line and toss into the air for unforgettable fun. Quick-start flying instructions are printed permanently on the inside of the clasp. Makes a great gift! |
Kites for Every Occasion
Want to add a special touch to a room in your home? Maybe you are planning an event, setting up a display for a school or a library or just have the urge to do something new. How about expressing your creative aspirations with kites? The kite has become a respectable new member in the world of design. Kites have been used to decorate homes, doctor offices, clinics, libraries, classrooms, aquariums, lobbies, and a whole host of events.
In several healing centers kites have been used to brighten up the space for the patients. This year students and faculty at San Diego State University created the “Visual Therapy Sky Mural”. Student Lauren Holland spent long hours in the San Diego State University Fitness Clinic receiving therapy. The room was so dull and uninviting that Lauren dreamed of creating something wonderful for future patients to be surrounded by. The idea for the “Visual Therapy Sky Mural” began to blossom in her mind.
The Faculty/Student Mentoring Program in the College of Arts and letters took the project on. Professor Iisdro D. Ortiz Ph.D. helped to raise funds and a whole host of volunteers joined in to help with the project. The “Visual Therapy Sky Mural” is a child’s dreamscape of a Pacific sky and sandy beach that runs the length of the 26-foot ceiling and continues onto the side wall. The ceiling is adorned with a beautiful arrangement of butterfly kites, ship kites and airplane kites that complement the mural. The results are stunning. School teacher and librarians are using kites for special projects and displays. This year insects, butterflies and birds have been big hits. The kites make teaching and learning fun. Aquariums use a variety of fish kites to highlight their themes. Imagine numerous Angel Fish Kites, Orca Whale Kites, Dolphin Kites, and even Octopus Kites decorating a major aquarium lobby. It really is impressive. Grocery stores have even used kites as decoration. Hand painted Bali Butterfly Kites are stunning when used as wall art. Customers love to have the added touch of color during their shopping experience. The Bali Butterfly kites are available in several colors and the wing spans up to seven feet.
Are you planning a birthday party for a child? Little boys are wild about the pirate ship kite, the F-16 kite, the Red Baron kite and the ever popular Kitty Hawk kite. When the party is over, use the kite to decorate their room. You will be a hit for years to come. Miniature kites make great favors for kids of any age and make for wonderful entertainment.
If you are decorating your home, office, school or event, be sure to explore the possibility of using kites as art.
Will of the Wind sells kites for the whole family
About the Author
Jan
Jan is an artist and designer. She has an avid interest in sculpture, music, painting and gardening. Her sculptures have been shown in galleries throughout Arizona, California, Oregon, and Washington.
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