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Ask an Explainer - Structures & Materials

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Q: A small rod is attached at the nose of the fighter jets. What is the reason behind it?
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Structures & Materials
Q: Why is engine of an aircraft placed in the wings?
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Structures & Materials
Q: Why is a modern day plane made from aluminium?
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Structures & Materials
Q: Why are satellites a square shape?
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Structures & Materials
Q: What is canard?
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Structures & Materials, Flight Dynamics
Q: Do pilots need ailerons for takeoff?
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Structures & Materials
Q: What type of tires are used on airplanes?
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Structures & Materials
Q: Why the composite material is less weight?
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Structures & Materials
Q: How do those new hoverboards actually work?
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Structures & Materials
Q: On the Space Shuttle when its sent up into space, what are the extra pieces that fall off?
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Structures & Materials

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