Advanced cargo aircraft may offer a potential renaissance in freight transportationThe increasing demand for air freight transportation has prompted studies of large, aerodynamically efficient cargo-optimized aircraft capable of carrying intermodal containers, which are typically 8 x 8 x 20 ft. Studies have accordingly been conducted within NASA to ascertain the specifications and projected operating costs of such a vehicle, as well as to identify critical, development-pacing technologies. Attention is here given not only to the rather conventional, 10-turbofan engined configuration thus arrived at, but numerous innovative configurations featuring such concepts as spanloading, removable cargo pods, and ground effect.
Document ID
19930063026
Acquisition Source
Legacy CDMS
Document Type
Conference Paper
Authors
Morris, Shelby J. (NASA Langley Research Center Hampton, VA, United States)
Sawyer, Wallace C. (NASA Langley Research Center Hampton, VA, United States)
Date Acquired
August 16, 2013
Publication Date
March 1, 1993
Subject Category
Air Transportation And Safety
Meeting Information
Meeting: International Symposium on the Future of Cargo Transport Aircraft