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How Bernoulli's Principle Created IIT Delhi's Favourite Hangout Spot 'Wind Tunnel'
IIT Delhi's iconic Wind Tunnel corridor has become a popular hangout spot for students over the years.
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Bird-Inspired Robot With Innovative Wing Design Achieves Self-Takeoff and Controlled Flight
Researchers in China have unveiled RoboFalcon 2.0, a bird-inspired robot with flapping, sweeping, and folding wing motions. Unlike earlier versions, it can achieve self-takeoff and maintain flight at low speeds. Tested in wind tunnels and real-world trials, the design showed improved control and reduced strain on lift. While limitations remain, suc...
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NASA Resolves Artemis II Rocket Vibration Issues Through Wind Tunnel Testing
NASA has resolved troubling airflow vibrations detected during Artemis I. By combining wind-tunnel tests, advanced pressure-sensing paint, and supercomputer simulations, engineers added aerodynamic strakes to the SLS rocket. The fix cuts turbulence, ensuring Artemis II remains safe and on schedule for its upcoming crewed mission to the Moon.
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NASA Tests Tiltwing Wing Model to Boost Advanced Air Mobility Designs
NASA’s latest wind tunnel tests on a tiltwing model are giving the advanced air mobility industry valuable data to improve air taxi and drone designs. By studying wing and propeller interactions in different conditions, NASA is helping create safer and more efficient next-generation aircraft.
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Feather-Inspired Wing Flaps Could Boost Aircraft Lift and Performance, Claims New Study
Researchers have developed feather-inspired passive flaps for aircraft wings, showing promising results. Wind tunnel tests revealed that these flaps could increase lift by 45%, reduce drag by 31%, and prevent stalls. By mimicking the structure of bird wings, these flaps respond naturally to airflow, enhancing flight performance. The flaps also expa...
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Flying Car A Step Closer To Airborne Reality After Successful Test In Brazil
A flying car is one step closer to airborne reality following successful wind tunnel testing for the futuristic vehicle being developed by Brazilian electric plane maker Eve Holding Inc, the firm announced on Monday.
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NASA Gets Closer to Conduct First Flight Test of Its ‘Quiet’ Supersonic Jet
NASA on Wednesday shared an update about new wind tunnel tests it has conducted on a scaled-down model of its “quiet” supersonic jet in a bid to one day make supersonic flights flying over communities a reality.
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Ferrari To Launch 2022 F1 Challenger on Feb 17
The legendary team from Italy is the most successful team in the history of F1 and is synonymous with the sport
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Formula One Reveals 2022 Cars For The First Time In The Flesh
The end design is remarkably similar to the wind tunnel design that was showcased in 2019.
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FIA Approves New Rules For 2020, 2021 & 2022 Formula 1 Seasons
The new rules include a reduced cost cap for F1 teams and a new sliding scale rule for aerodynamic testing.
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How Bernoulli's Principle Created IIT Delhi's Favourite Hangout Spot 'Wind Tunnel'
IIT Delhi's iconic Wind Tunnel corridor has become a popular hangout spot for students over the years.
-
Bird-Inspired Robot With Innovative Wing Design Achieves Self-Takeoff and Controlled Flight
Researchers in China have unveiled RoboFalcon 2.0, a bird-inspired robot with flapping, sweeping, and folding wing motions. Unlike earlier versions, it can achieve self-takeoff and maintain flight at low speeds. Tested in wind tunnels and real-world trials, the design showed improved control and reduced strain on lift. While limitations remain, suc...
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NASA Resolves Artemis II Rocket Vibration Issues Through Wind Tunnel Testing
NASA has resolved troubling airflow vibrations detected during Artemis I. By combining wind-tunnel tests, advanced pressure-sensing paint, and supercomputer simulations, engineers added aerodynamic strakes to the SLS rocket. The fix cuts turbulence, ensuring Artemis II remains safe and on schedule for its upcoming crewed mission to the Moon.
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NASA Tests Tiltwing Wing Model to Boost Advanced Air Mobility Designs
NASA’s latest wind tunnel tests on a tiltwing model are giving the advanced air mobility industry valuable data to improve air taxi and drone designs. By studying wing and propeller interactions in different conditions, NASA is helping create safer and more efficient next-generation aircraft.
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Feather-Inspired Wing Flaps Could Boost Aircraft Lift and Performance, Claims New Study
Researchers have developed feather-inspired passive flaps for aircraft wings, showing promising results. Wind tunnel tests revealed that these flaps could increase lift by 45%, reduce drag by 31%, and prevent stalls. By mimicking the structure of bird wings, these flaps respond naturally to airflow, enhancing flight performance. The flaps also expa...
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Flying Car A Step Closer To Airborne Reality After Successful Test In Brazil
A flying car is one step closer to airborne reality following successful wind tunnel testing for the futuristic vehicle being developed by Brazilian electric plane maker Eve Holding Inc, the firm announced on Monday.
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NASA Gets Closer to Conduct First Flight Test of Its ‘Quiet’ Supersonic Jet
NASA on Wednesday shared an update about new wind tunnel tests it has conducted on a scaled-down model of its “quiet” supersonic jet in a bid to one day make supersonic flights flying over communities a reality.
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Ferrari To Launch 2022 F1 Challenger on Feb 17
The legendary team from Italy is the most successful team in the history of F1 and is synonymous with the sport
-
Formula One Reveals 2022 Cars For The First Time In The Flesh
The end design is remarkably similar to the wind tunnel design that was showcased in 2019.
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FIA Approves New Rules For 2020, 2021 & 2022 Formula 1 Seasons
The new rules include a reduced cost cap for F1 teams and a new sliding scale rule for aerodynamic testing.
