Making an extraordinary machine better: Mark Drela at TEDxNewEngland

Making an Extraordinary Machine Better: The D8 Aircraft Concept

Discussion of jet transport aircraft history and economy development progress. Concepts for improving economy (fuel burn). Presentation and description of D8 aircraft concept.

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