This is our second case study and it focuses on the development of heavier-than-air aircraft and the development of the civil air transportation system. The evolution of aircraft is impressive in terms of both performance and safety. Despite the fact that most commercial jet aircraft today look quite similar to the pioneering Boeing 707 (The Boeing 707 had its first flight in 1957: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boeing_707) which eventually became the dominant design, there are many new technologies that have enabled the unique air transportation system we have today. One area of particular importance is the development of the high-bypass ratio, turbofan engine. We conclude by looking forward in time and establishing a list of challenges and potential competitors when it comes to future aviation technologies.


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    Case for tailless aircraft

    Lee, G.H. | Engineering Index Backfile | 1947


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    Case for convertible aircraft

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    Case for tailless aircraft

    Lee, G.H. | Engineering Index Backfile | 1946


    Aircraft engine case shock mount

    RONSKI MARK / DAVIS TODD A / BORATGIS ERNEST | Europäisches Patentamt | 2019

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