From composite materials to advanced computational methods, modern fuselage design blends strength, lightness, and aerodynamic efficiency. Engineers integrate stealth-influenced shapes, load paths, ...

Shaanxi Provincial Science and Technology Industry Innovation Center for Aircraft Composite Material Structure Design and Application has the following research output in the current window (1 January ...

The composites industry has long since evolved from a newcomer to an established industry and is now an innovation driver for many sectors. However, manual processes still dominate the production of ...

Scaled Composites, LLC made aviation history today with the flight of the largest wingspan aircraft. During this initial flight, the team tested out specific handling qualities to validate the design.

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. Single engine, low single piece wing, ...

Lufthansa Technik is using what it says is the world’s first automated adaptive robot system that can be applied to a multitude of MRO processes for composite aircraft parts, including radome repairs.

Rapid technological advancements are transforming aircraft manufacturing, improving efficiency, safety, and sustainability. From advanced materials to artificial intelligence, these innovations are ...

An artist’s rendering of the JetZero commercial jetliner derivative of the company’s Air Force BWB technology demonstrator. Photo Credit: JetZero The U.S. Air Force is investing in JetZero’s (Long ...

Using the latest developments in thermoplastic composite processing and flexible printed electronics, IPC and its partners developed a lightweight, smart battery casing for aircraft applications. With ...

More and more aircraft are rolling off the production line with a primarily composite structure. Are these harder to repair ...