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Comparative Study | Aerospace Engineering | Volume 15 Issue 5, May 2026 | Pages: 1520 - 1527 | India
Structural Analysis of Basic and Advanced Airframe Wing Structures
Abstract: This study presents a comparative overview of basic, advanced, and specialized aircraft wing structures used in aerospace engineering. Various wing configurations, including high-, mid-, low-wing, rectangular, swept, delta, elliptical, and experimental designs, are discussed with respect to aerodynamic behavior, structural characteristics, and operational suitability. Major wing components such as slats, spoilers, ailerons, flaps, and winglets are also reviewed. Comparative aircraft examples are used to illustrate design trade-offs among stability, maneuverability, drag reduction, and performance. The study highlights that wing selection depends strongly on mission requirements, including commercial transport, military operations, and experimental applications.
Keywords: Aircraft wing structures, Airframe design, Aerodynamics, Wing configurations, Aerospace engineering, Structural analysis, Aircraft performance
How to Cite?: Harrsad Mahen, "Structural Analysis of Basic and Advanced Airframe Wing Structures", Volume 15 Issue 5, May 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 1520-1527, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR26524122200, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR26524122200