Research Article

Modelling and Design Optimization of a Novel Wide-Body Transport Aircraft to Improve the Structural Integrity

Table 7

Consideration of advanced technologies.

TechnologiesAssumptions

Advanced material and structures used20% structural weight reduction
Boundary layer ingestion (BLI)40% of the Lf from the rear tail section
Upgraded efficient engine9.39 BPR with engine overall pressure ratio (OPR) 35 (ref: https://www.easa.europa.eu/en/downloads/7641/en)
High bypass ratio turbofan with TAPS