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X-29 tests potential advanced fighter designs

Authors :
Boutacoff, David A.
Source :
Defense Electronics. April, 1985, Vol. 17, p53, 7 p.
Publication Year :
1985

Abstract

Sporting a striking forward-swept wing made of adyanced composite materials and so skittish that it must be kept aloft by a computerized fly-by-wire control system, the X-29A technology demonstrator promises [...]

Subjects

Subjects :
United States. Air Force. Advanced Tactical Fighter Program -- Research
Flight control systems -- Innovations
Airplanes Wings -- Research
Aeronautical research -- Research
Composite materials -- Usage
Aerospace and defense industries
Business
Electronics and electrical industries

Details

ISSN :
02783479
Volume :
17
Database :
Gale General OneFile
Journal :
Defense Electronics
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
edsgcl.3713600

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