This paper describes a flight research program initiative for the Active Aeroelastic Wing (AAW) concept. AAW technology is also known as active flexible wing technology. This paper introduces key design studies which project significant aircraft weight savings when the concept is applied to new aircraft. The paper also summarizes wind tunnel performance results which provide the basis for the next step in AAW development: a flight research program.
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