Clemson, GE Aerospace partner for flight research
The U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory has awarded Clemson and GE Aerospace funding to continue to develop next-generation materials in flight that could have both military and commercial applications. Together with Missouri University of Science and Technology, the consortium seeks to create ceramic-matrix composite materials that are lighter and better able to withstand extreme temperatures than metal alloys currently in use but still strong enough to maneuver during high-speed flight. These new materials are also expected to improve energy efficiency, reduce environmental impact and enhance the structural safety of the fuselage.
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