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4.6.1.5 in-wing distributed propulsion

In-wing distributed propulsion refers to a propulsion system where multiple small engines, fans, or electric motors are embedded within the wing of an aircraft, typically distributed along the span.
This design aims to provide more efficient thrust generation and potentially improve overall aircraft performance by reducing drag and increasing lift.
The distributed nature of the propulsion system can also offer redundancy and improved safety, as the failure of one engine would not significantly impact the aircraft's ability to generate thrust.

Hierarchy

4 technological themes
4.1 active aircraft control
4.2 data transfer technologies
4.3 energy carriers
4.4 net zero technologies
4.5 operational technologies
4.6 aircraft propulsion
4.6.1 propulsor integration on airframe
4.6.1.1 over-wing propulsors
4.6.1.2 forward fuselage mounted fans
4.6.1.3 tail cone thruster (e.g. starc-abl)
4.6.1.4 boundary layer ingestion rear end installation
4.6.1.5 in-wing distributed propulsion
4.6.1.6 retrofitting new propulsion systems
4.6.1.7 propulsive fuselage
4.6.2 converting shaft power to thrust
4.6.3 converting fuel to shaft power
4.6.4 non-combustion based engine integration
4.6.5 other propulsion technologies
4.7 aircraft structures

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Optimising together
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Stripping down
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Tech for you
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Mad max

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Little to many relations with other Milestones