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Why are airplane windows curved? A: This Q is about windows that are NOT flat. Usually curved windows are designed to fit the shape of the airplane so as make the airplane more aerodynamic and not be boxy. Why are airplane windows rounded on the corners? A: One of the first British jets began to crash for no reason. This airplane, the Comet, had large square windows. The investigation discovered that the airplane cracked open at the corners of the windows. This was about the time that engineers began to understand the phenomna of Fatigue. Their tests showed that the corners of the windows resulted in higher stresses and it fatigued the metal. They redeisgned the windows to be rounded and it reduced the stresses and no more planes crashed. Sharp corners in holes of any surface that is carrying a load will increase the stresses. If the corner is changed to a curved edge, then the stresses are lowered. Think of stress as a flow of forces and when it comes to a sharp corner, the flow can't go around the corner.
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Why is the wing of an airplane curved?
For better airflow.
What is leading edges on an airplane?
Curved front of the wings or tail surfaces.
Why is the surface on the top of an airplane wing curved?
The top surface of an airplane wing is curved to create lift. Because of the curve, air has to travel farther across the top of the wing than across the bottom; this creates a low-pressure condition that pulls the airplane into it.
What are the windows of airplane called?
The correct term for an airplane window is a porthole, the same as for a window on the side of a ship.
Are airplane windows bulletproof?
Yes
How many no of windows in an airplane?
100
Windows blow in curved lines because of?
The Coriolis Effect
What material is used to windows of airplane?
Reinforced glass.
What does an airplane have that is made out of glass?
The windshield, the windows? Lol
Why does a wing lift an airplane off the ground?
cause the shape of is slightly curved up and the jest do the rest
Can you close airplane windows?
You can't open them to begin with. Most airline windows have a shade that can be pulled down.
How does the airplane propeller work?
The curved shape of the propeller deflects airflow to it's rear. This is 'thrust' that propels an aircraft.
