CH1: Intro to Design Flashcards
1
Q
The first person to apply scientific analysis to develop the basic laws of flight was _______.
A
Sir George Cayley.
Chapter 1, Pg. 17
2
Q
Who was the first person to develop a glider capable of carrying people aloft?
A
Sir George Cayley
Chapter 1, Pg. 17
3
Q
Modern aircraft design, the two key design considerations are ______ and _______.
A
Performance
cost
Chapter 1, Pg. 20
4
Q
Aircraft designers must balance what six requirements?
A
- Technical: Performance, survivability
- Signature: Survivability, appearance
- Economics: Cost
- Political
- Schedule: When is it needed?
- Enviormental
Chapter 1, Pg. 21
