fuel consumption
A pioneering cargo vessel equipped with large, British-designed wing sails powered by wind has embarked on its first journey
Aerodynamic improvements to HGVs are estimated to result in fuel savings of 7% to 15%
A surface film, which imitates the properties of sharkskin, is claimed to optimise aerodynamics of aircraft in a way that reduces fuel consumption
The composite technology hub will manufacture fan blades and fan cases that are expected to significantly reduce weight in a jet engine, lowering both fuel consumption and emissions