A supersonic business jet (SSBJ) with a variable geometry wing could land on short runways and fly 6,000ft (1,830m) lower than a fixed-wing SSBJ, says a European study. As well as the lower altitude ...
A supersonic business jet with a variable geometry wing could land on short runways and fly 6,000ft (1,830m) lower than a fixed-wing SSBJ, says a European study. As well as the lower altitude and ...
The Mirage G was a French prototype aircraft that ultimately never made it into military service. The jet, powered by a potent Pratt & Whitney/Snecma FF 306 turbofan, revolutionized the idea of the ...
Boeing opted for a variable-geometry wing design that would in theory offer better handling characteristics at low speeds, like when taking off or landing, and benefit from less aerodynamic drag at ...
AFRL Variable Camber Compliant Wing Prototype (a) undeformed wing geometry (b) deformed 6% camber (c) twist (d) deformed rear view. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the ...
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The real aircraft behind the movie stealth jet

The fictional fighter from the film Stealth drew inspiration from a real Northrop concept known as Switchblade. This design featured forward-swept variable geometry wings that could change shape for ...