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Solar Impulse HB-SIA

Multifunctional structures include concepts that extend airframe functionality to


perform tasks beyond load reaction.

Potential benefits exist to increase survivability, lethality, aerodynamic efficiency


and thermal efficiency.

Candidate technologies include:

• Conformal load bearing antennas


• Integral heat exchangers
• Flight control actuators
• Embedded sensors
• Embedded power systems
TYPICAL HALE UAVs

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