Publication Date:
2019-06-28
Description:
Mission requirements of the derivative design were the same as the baseline to readily identify the advanced technology benefits achieved. Advanced technologies investigated were in the areas of propulsion, structures and aerodynamics and a direct operating cost benefit analysis conducted to identify the most promising. Engine improvements appear most promising and combined with propeller, airfoil, surface coating and composite advanced technologies give a 21-25 percent DOC savings. A 17 percent higher acquisition cost is offset by a 34 percent savings in fuel used.
Keywords:
AIRCRAFT DESIGN, TESTING AND PERFORMANCE
Type:
NASA-CR-166197
Format:
application/pdf
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