Search Results for: A Study In Drag Reduction Of Close Formation Flight Accounting For Flight Control Trim Positions And Dissimilar Formations

Formation flight has the potential to significantly reduce the fuel consumption of long range flights, even with existing aircraft. This research explores a saf

Close formation flight is extensively investigated from the perspectives of dynamic modeling, aerodynamic analysis, and control design. A lifting-line based aer

This thesis explores the benefits of flying in a tight formation, mimicking the natural behavior of migratory birds such as geese. The first phase of the resear