787 Dreamliner technology leads the way
With the 787 Dreamliner getting ready for first fligh.
Cabin advances – Dimmable windows and LED lighting are among technology breakthroughs incorporated into the new 787.
Pratt & Whitney got off to an early start with its geared turbofan technology. They have already flown a prototype geared turbofan engine on their own flying testbed and on an Airbus A340-600. Their results show significant progress.
Rolls-Royce is developing an advanced turbofan engine architecture and seriously studying open rotor engines, which may offer even greater potential for fuel efficiency.
Interior View – D-shaped windows, new overhead design and a floor display (foreground) for viewing the terrain below are features of a next-generation airplane cabin mockup at Boeing’s ConceptCenter in Everett, Washington.
June 2009, Issue 14www.boeing.com
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