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The consortium has devised a special wing that includes more effective moving surfaces controlled by a new actuation system, which will be flight-tested as part of Clean Sky 2.
Through facilities such as its Hypersonics and Applied Research Facility, Purdue aims to solve some of the most challenging and relevant problems in the field of high-speed flight while also building the future workforce.
To build the X-66A, Boeing will work with NASA to modify an MD-90 aircraft, shortening the fuselage and replacing its wings and engines.The design is known as a Transonic Truss-Braced Wing.
The intention is to provide localisation of support which reduces turnaround time, lowers the spares pool, provides operational flexibility and increased aircraft availability.
The company will transform the 219,000 square foot state-of-the-art facility into an advanced R&D centre for next-generation VTOL aircraft, Unmanned Aerial Systems and related enabling technologies.
The Advanced Coatings Center is the third new facility revealed as part of Phantom Works' multi-billion-dollar Production System of the Future effort, enabling platform-agnostic, modular and flexible digital production.
The 40% scale of the model was also made possible by the dimensions of the German-Dutch Wind Tunnels (DNW) facility, which is the largest wind tunnel in Europe, measuring 9.5m (31ft) in width.
Components designed by Joby and manufactured by Toyota will be delivered to Joby's facility in San Carlos, California, before the finished assemblies are shipped to the pilot production line in Marina for integration.
By focusing on the sound levels associated with UAM's vertical lift capabilities, the team hopes to reduce the environmental impact of these vehicles, helping to ease their entry into new markets.
Evolito's motor is a compact solution that has allowed CAeS to integrate and package the technology efficiently as part of the 240kW Fresson fuel-cell propulsion system within the Islander engine nacelle.
Four partners will collaborate on the work package in FASTER H2, called EcoRudder, which focuses on the development of a new generation rudder structure for a single-aisle commercial aircraft.
Airborne has a capability set that covers the product development cycle for composite structures from initial feasibility through to serial automated production and the supply of digital manufacturing equipment.
Collins has extensive experience in developing and certifying inceptors for commercial jets, and will certify the Lilium Jet's pair of inceptors to commercial aviation standards.
