New Wing Design Reduces Emissions and Fuel Consumption by 50%

Post date: 15-Sep-2016 05:35:15

Importance of Simple thinking & Triangles highlighted by - New aerodynamic wing truss could significantly improve fuel efficiency on transport aircraft. [Image Source: NASA]

NASA and Boeing engineers designed a wing that will reduce emissions and fuel consumption by 50%.

Wings create lift, however, they also accumulate weight. The more weight, the more fuel and money is increased in order to make it airborne. An ideal ratio must be met to satisfy both weight reduction and lift to create a fuel efficient design. Current technologies have improved wing design by incorporating lightweight material including titanium alloys and carbon fiber.