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Posted 27, November, 2012
In October of 1942, the Bell XP-59A Airacomet took flight, powered by two #GE I-A #jet #engines - the first jet engines made in the U.S. The I-A was developed in secret by a team of GE engineers, nicknamed “The Hush-Hush Boys.” In September of 1941, the team received a large package from England, containing one of the world’s first jet engines developed by British Royal Air Force officer Sir Frank Whittle. Because of GE’s extensive experience with turbo superchargers and steam turbines, the U.S. Air Force picked GE to improve on Whittle’s design. And so, the Hush-Hush Boys launched the jet age in America. Get this - to conceal the jet engine power source, the Bell XP-59A was outfitted with a wooden propeller during ground transportation. (Image source: #USAF) #aviation #avgeek #engine #technology #history

In October of 1942, the Bell XP-59A Airacomet took flight, powered by two #GE I-A #jet #engines - the first jet engines made in the U.S. The I-A was developed in secret by a team of GE engineers, nicknamed “The Hush-Hush Boys.” In September of 1941, the team received a large package from England, containing one of the world’s first jet engines developed by British Royal Air Force officer Sir Frank Whittle. Because of GE’s extensive experience with turbo superchargers and steam turbines, the U.S. Air Force picked GE to improve on Whittle’s design. And so, the Hush-Hush Boys launched the jet age in America. Get this - to conceal the jet engine power source, the Bell XP-59A was outfitted with a wooden propeller during ground transportation. (Image source: #USAF) #aviation #avgeek #engine #technology #history

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Posted 26, November, 2012
This week, the #GE #Healthcare team is at #RSNA, the leading global #radiology conference. RSNA is highlighting the role that #technology plays in improving the patient experience, for young and old. Seen here is CT Pirate Island, a unit from GE Healthcare’s Adventure Series, aimed at making imaging more inviting for children. #innovation

This week, the #GE #Healthcare team is at #RSNA, the leading global #radiology conference. RSNA is highlighting the role that #technology plays in improving the patient experience, for young and old. Seen here is CT Pirate Island, a unit from GE Healthcare’s Adventure Series, aimed at making imaging more inviting for children. #innovation