[AIRANDSPACE.SI.EDU] Conservation of "Rosie's Drill" and the Women Who Built an Aviation Legacy

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Conservation of "Rosie's Drill" and the Women Who Built an Aviation Legacy Read about the process behind the conservation of "Rosie's Drill," a WWII-era artifact owned and used by Helen Nelson Brinkley on the Boeing B-17 aircraft-assembly line. Conservation treatment involved historical research, technical study, scientific analysis, and the sourcing, testing, and application of a specialized consolidant for the crumbling rubber cord. AIRANDSPACE.SI.EDU  07/05/2025 14:13:13  Generated by Gmail URL Link Preview by cloudHQ

[AIRANDSPACE.SI.EDU] A Tale of Two Props: Conservation of Wooden WWI Propellers

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A Tale of Two Props: Conservation of Wooden WWI Propellers In the upcoming new World War I in the Air gallery, two artifacts, wooden propellers manufactured for the American aviation production program will be on display. The  propellers were treated by the Museum's Conservation team in preparation for the exhibition. AIRANDSPACE.SI.EDU  07/05/2025 14:22:20  Generated by Gmail URL Link Preview by cloudHQ

[AIRANDSPACE.SI.EDU] Conserving Historic Aviation Models

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Conserving Historic Aviation Models Over the years the Museum's Conservation Unit has received grant funding from the National Collections Program to help care for our most vulnerable artifacts. These projects showcase the artistry and engineering innovations of early aviation while addressing unique treatment challenges posed by fragile materials and past repairs. AIRANDSPACE.SI.EDU  07/05/2025 14:07:52  Generated by Gmail URL Link Preview by cloudHQ