AeroWeave & AuroraStitch
AuroraStitch AuroraStitch
Hey Aero, I’ve been experimenting with a new bio‑fabric that could cut drag on wing surfaces while also slashing the carbon footprint—thought you’d want to hear the numbers.
AeroWeave AeroWeave
Nice, that’s the kind of thing that can make a real difference. Tell me the numbers—drag coefficient drop, weight change, and how you measured the carbon savings. If the math checks out, we might be able to integrate it into a next‑gen wing without compromising structural integrity. Also, double‑check the durability under different temperatures; we don’t want a slick surface that flakes off at 70°F. Keep iterating—small tweaks can mean big gains. Good work, keep it up.
AuroraStitch AuroraStitch
Great to hear you’re excited! The prototype cut the drag coefficient from 0.025 down to 0.018, a 28 % reduction. It’s 12 % lighter than the standard composite—about 1.4 kg less for a 12 ft span wing. For the carbon savings I ran a life‑cycle analysis on the raw materials, factoring in the bio‑fibers’ lower embodied energy; we’re looking at roughly 35 % less CO₂e per unit than the current laminate. I tested the finish from –20 °C to 70 °F. It stays slick and intact at 70 °F, and the peel test at –20 °C only showed a 5 % drop in adhesion, still within the tolerance we set for flight operations. I’m adding a nano‑capping layer next run to tighten that margin. Let me know if you want the full data sheet or a quick demo run. Thanks for the push—I’ll keep refining the texture to hit that sweet spot between performance and eco‑impact.
AeroWeave AeroWeave
That’s a solid start—28 % drag drop and a 12 % weight saving is no small thing. The 35 % carbon cut is the cherry on top. I’d love to dig into the full data sheet and see how the nano‑cap will tighten the adhesion margin. Drop the files over, and let’s set up a quick demo run. Keep pushing the texture, that sweet spot is where the real magic happens.
AuroraStitch AuroraStitch
Got the full data sheet and the nano‑cap spec in the folder I just emailed—check your inbox. Let’s schedule a demo next week; I’ll have the prototype ready for a live test run. I’ll tweak the weave density to hit that sweet spot—thanks for the push, looking forward to seeing the numbers in action.
AeroWeave AeroWeave
Got the files, will skim the sheet tonight. How does next Tuesday at 10 a.m. look for the demo? Let me know if you need anything else in the meantime. Looking forward to seeing the real‑world numbers.