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U.S. Air Force C-17s Might Soon Fly with Drag-Reducing Microvanes, Saving $14 Million in Fuel Costs Annually
Six aircraft have been modified for a six-month evaluation before the microvanes, small 3D-printed devices similar to thin ...
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Hypersonic Flow Dynamics and Drag Reduction Techniques
One of the significant challenges in hypersonic flight is managing drag and thermal loads, which can severely impact vehicle performance and safety. Recent research has focused on various ...
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US Air Force develops 3D-printed blade devices to slash C-17 fuel consumption
The U.S. Air Force tests 3D-printed Microvane drag-reduction technology on the C-17 Globemaster III, cutting fuel consumption ...
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F1 DRS Explained: What is Drag Reduction System and how does it work?
The Drag Reduction System (DRS ... it does - it should help when you hear it mentioned during races. DRS is a device fixed to the upper element of the rear wing of F1 cars. The usage of this ...