Otto lilienthal helped to influence the Wright Brothers due to his creation of the "Lilienthal Glider". He considered this design to be the most succesful design of all his attempts. He was the most succesful German Glider Pioneer who stepped towards powered flight. This contraption consisted of twwo sets of wings made from a cloth material supported by wooden beams. This design was considered very succesful for him. In addition to the eings there is a seat for the pilot to sit and steer the glider from.