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Airbus inaugurates a research center in the UK to research more efficient solutions
By: Rafael Ramos
On: 7/5/2023
Wing Technology Development Center
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Investing in more efficient solutions for its aircraft, Airbus inaugurated a new Wing Technology Development Center (WTDC) at its Filton unit.
Airbus is looking for future solutions such as folding wings using the most advanced technologies, so that, together with engine optimizations, it can implement longer and lighter wings. Such a solution could reduce fuel consumption and the amount of carbon emissions.
The new center will accelerate the production, development and testing of this type of solution.
“The new Wing Technology Development Center will help us base our research on practicality. A key element of how we deliver technology for next-generation aircraft wings is through Wing of Tomorrow (WoT), our largest team-led research and technology program in the UK," said Sue Patridge, Head of Airbus Program .
The WTDC is yet another resource that adds to all the research capacity that Airbus already has in the UK, including for its hydrogen-powered aircraft projects.
Rafael Ramos
Aviation enthusiast from an early age, he had his first contacts with the area developing that good old habit of spending dozens of hours in front of the screens of Micrsoft Flight Simulator and other simulators. With a solid background in various technological areas, including engineering and chemistry, Rafael has rejoined aviation as editor and author of articles and materials on our portal, providing invaluable help to the dynamics and expansion of the website and the aeronautical community, bringing us the news and updates so indispensable for us to remain current in our area of operation.
   
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