Lightweight Wings For A High-flying Kite
Tuesday, June 2, 2009 - 21:21
in Physics & Chemistry
Tensairity elements made of air filled membrane assemblies, rods and cables have already made a name for themselves in the construction world as extremely light yet strong load-bearing structures. But is this new technology also suitable for use in the aerospace industry, for example to create novel wings for kites? Researchers are now demonstrating their first flying models.