Here’s an interesting TED talk about Airbus’ concept for the future of the plane and how it could be designed and built.
Suggested ICAO level: 5+
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Bastian Schaefer: A 3D-printed jumbo jet?
Designer Bastian Schaefer shows off a speculative design for the future of jet planes, with a skeleton inspired by strong, flexible, natural forms and by the needs of the world's, ahem, growing population. Imagine an airplane that's full of light and space -- and built up from generative parts in a 3D printer.