History of propulsive aerodynamic surface research
Journal: Aèrokosmičeskaâ tehnika i tehnologii.
Year: 2025

Studies conducted between 2018 and 2021 as part of the Aeronet roadmap under the National Technology Initiative revealed a demand for a transport aircraft capable of operating on confined sites without prior preparation, featuring short or vertical take-off and landing (VTOL), and performing horizontal flight in the manner of a conventional airplane. A promising concept involves the use of a load-bearing fuselage composed of specialized propulsive (thrust-generating) airfoils, which–due to their