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A kite is an accurate way to measure distance because of the long line that produces more accurate results.

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Who built the first kite?

The answer is unknown. However, the earliest mention of kite flying is found in China around 500bc in a story about Mo Ti who built a kite shaped like a dove to lift himself into the air; it crash landed! Some traditions have Archytas from Greece as the inventor in 400bc. The next mention is Han Hsin in China around 200bc who used a kite to measure the distance to the castle he was trying to conquer. As the first mention in text is 500BC and the kites had avanced to the level of carrying people it seems probable that the invention was much earlier.


What three factors affect how a kite fly?

Three factors affecting how a kite flies are wind speed (a minimum speed is required for lift), the angle of the kite in relation to the wind (known as the angle of attack), and the design of the kite (including its shape, weight, and balance).


Who invented the first kite that humans usead to investigate flight?

The first recorded use of a kite for flight investigation is by the Chinese philosopher Mozi in the 5th century BC. He used kites to measure distances, test wind direction, and lift soldiers for military purposes.


Who was the person that made the first kite?

It is unknown who made the very first kite since kites have existed for almost 3000 years. The first kite was probably made from a large leaf or from cloth. Pacific Islanders have been using kites to fish with for centuries and continue to do so today.


When was the kite officially invented?

the dude Ben whatever invented this thingy. Its called a kite I think. It was invented in 2003. Close anough. tuh end

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Who is the the first man to fly a kite?

General Han Shn on 35 B.C., in order to measure the distance of his enemies and make a tunnel.


What did Benjamin Franklin invent to measure distances?

a kite


What is the angle measure of kite?

A kite is a quadrilateral having 4 sides and its 4 interior angles add up to 360 degrees


Selma is flying a kite She lets out 80 feet of string Her brother moves to a point where he is standing directly under the kite He measures this distance to be 30 feet How high is the kite?

30 feet


Is wind blowing a kite a contact or non contacts force?

Wind blowing a kite is a non-contact force because the wind does not physically come into contact with the kite. The force is exerted from a distance by the movement of air molecules.


What materials are needed for a delts kite?

To make a simple delta kite, you will need materials such as a lightweight and durable fabric (like ripstop nylon), two wooden dowels for the frame, kite string, and adhesive tape or glue. Additional supplies may include markers for decorating the kite, scissors, and a ruler for accurate measurements.


How do you find the measure of a vertex angle of a kite?

A kite (quadrilateral) has a pair of opposite angles which are the same measure. The diagonals are perpendicular, so you can divide the kite into four right triangles, and solve for those if you're given some dimensions. The diagonal, which connects the two congruent (same) angles, will be cut in half (bisected) by the other diagonal.


Why did general Han Hsin fly a kite?

He flew the kite over the walls of a besieged city so that he could measure how much his army would have to tunnel to get past the defences.


How do you find the lengths of the side of a kite?

You can measure them with a ruler. If you want to calculate them, you need to clarify, based on what information.


What are the properties for a kite?

KITE: Definition: A quadrilateral with two distinct pairs of equal adjacent sides.A kite-shaped figure.---- Properties :1.Diagonals intersect at right angles.2.Angles between unequal sides are equal3. AreaThe area of a kite can be calculated in various ways. PerimeterThe distance around the kite. The sum of its sides. A kite can become a rhombusIn the special case where all 4 sides are the same length, the kite satisfies the definition of a rhombus. A rhombus in turn can become a square if its interior angles are 90°.


What unit of measurement would you use to measure the area of a kite?

You would use square units, such as square centimeters or square inches, to measure the area of a kite. This is because the area represents the total space inside the shape, which is a two-dimensional measurement.


What is the difference of kite and airplane?

A kite is a toy that is kept in flight by the wind not far from the earth's surface. An airplane is a a motorized means of long distance transportation that has motors that make it possible to stay in flight at high altitudes.