ExplosiveZone on Instagram: "This is the definitive visual representation of aeroelasticity enabled by Carbon Fiber Reinforced Polymer (CFRP) construction. The Boeing 787's wing structure isn't just flexing; it's actively redistributing load. Unlike traditional aluminum spars (7000-series alloys) which have a lower fatigue limit and stiffness-to-weight ratio, the composite matrix allows for a significantly higher Aspect Ratio (AR) and extreme flexibility without plastic deformation. What you are

Cockpit King on Instagram: "What looks like movement is actually the aircraft protecting itself. One section is allowed to behave differently — on purpose — when forces stop being uniform. Once you realise why bending is engineered in, strength stops meaning rigidity. #aeroelasticity #aircraftstructures #aviationengineering #flightsafety #aircraftdesign"