Researchers at the University of Surrey have proposed a computational approach that can provide aerodynamic drag data more efficiently during the early stages of aircraft design. It is hoped that ...

Long before engineers spun 3D models of airplanes on screens, they designed them with pencils, rulers, and plenty of patience ...

Modern wings are mostly designed to reduce drag but also save on weight, and provide other benefits to fuel consumption for ...

Today, Lufthansa remains the world's largest operator of the passenger version of the Boeing 747, using the 747-8I on its ...

The aviation industry is changing fast. From increasing scrutiny of the carbon footprint numbers to the rise of eVTOL projects, like CityAirbus NextGen and the Lilium Jet, the pace of innovation has ...

Aurora, IL, November 6, 2009 — Lightning strike tests of a helicopter at Eurocopter’s Donauwörth facility have verified the accuracy of finite element analysis techniques for characterizing the ...

You don’t have to be an engineer to understand what reliability engineers call the “bathtub curve.” The failure rate of a mechanical system starts high because the designers, builders and everyone ...

The updates include breathable materials, memory foam cushions and more. As airlines compete to keep passengers comfortable, Delta unveiled its newly redesigned interiors featuring fresh seat ...

The fuel economy of an aircraft is an assessment of the aircraft's transportation energy efficacy. Enhanced fuel efficiency is achieved through improved aerodynamics, weight reduction, and the ...