• AlotOfReading@lemmy.world
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      11 months ago

      There’s probably a bunch of reasons for the multi wing design, but the big one is going to be improving lift/carrying capacity without increasing the width.

      The most efficient wings for low speeds are glider wings: as long and thin as possible. That makes them inconvenient to pack and folding joints are weak points. The second wing adds lift, but also problems: it’s less efficient than a single wing of the combined length would be and the front wing makes the rear wing less efficient. The winglet improves the situation somewhat. Facing downward also improves maneuverability.

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        11 months ago

        Thanks. How does this shape compare with the Iranian Shahed drones?

        Is two seperate wings more efficient than a full v shape body?