Airbus is exploring the use of thermoplastic materials for building aircraft fuselages, aiming for a breakthrough that could cut aircraft weight by up to 10%. Research is underway to develop this material in a way similar to carbon fiber, offering a lighter structure without sacrificing strength.

Aircraft manufacturing has become more challenging as airlines demand greater efficiency and lighter designs. Both Airbus and Boeing are working on developing new materials that can replace traditional ones, aiming for cost-effective solutions and improved aircraft performance.

How Mark Zuckerberg created a Porsche minivan for his wife

Thermoplastic polymers provide a weight advantage over traditional carbon composites used in major aircraft components. They are also easier to recycle and repurpose, and their production requires less energy, making them a more environmentally friendly option.

In production, thermoplastic composites enable fuselage sections to be assembled using innovative methods, reducing both costs and production time. A key goal of the MFFD project is to streamline the production of thermoplastic composite fuselage barrels, aiming for a rate of 60 to 100 aircraft per month.

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Traditionally, aircraft fuselages are assembled using rivets, but a new approach involves laser welding to join the sheets. This technique not only simplifies the process but also boosts production rates and results in a cleaner fuselage compared to traditional methods.

Mark Zuckerberg’s wife expressed interest in having a Porsche minivan. When Zuckerberg requested Porsche to design a larger minivan to suit her needs, the company didn’t take the idea seriously. Frustrated, Zuckerberg took matters into his own hands and designed the car himself, eventually creating a working model that brought his vision to life.

Mark Zuckerberg’s newly built car, based on the Porsche Cayenne SUV, underwent some significant modifications to meet his family’s needs. Here’s what was changed:

• Lengthened chassis: The car was extended to comfortably fit his family of five, making it more spacious and practical.
• Power sliding backdoors: Much like a traditional minivan, this feature was added for easier access, blending convenience with luxury.
• Stylish yet practical design: Zuckerberg’s wife, Priscilla Chan, can still feel fashionable while driving their three kids around in this sleek vehicle.

In addition to this custom minivan, Zuckerberg also picked up a Porsche 911 GT3 Touring for himself, a high-performance sports car that many now desire due to its sleek design and performance. Zuckerberg proudly displayed both cars on Facebook, sparking interest from many who want a similar vehicle.

What do you think about this unique car? Let us know in the comments!

Apple today launched the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max, featuring Apple Intelligence, larger displays, new creative features, pro camera capabilities, stunning graphics, and more, all powered by the A18 Pro chip.

With Apple Intelligence, powerful Apple-built generative models come to iPhone as a personal intelligence system, understanding context to provide helpful and relevant information while protecting user privacy.

Camera Control offers a quick and intuitive way to interact with the advanced camera system.

These new Pro models feature a 48MP Fusion camera with a faster quad-pixel sensor, enabling 4K120 fps video recording in Dolby Vision—the highest resolution and frame-rate combination ever available on iPhone.

Additional upgrades include a 48MP Ultra Wide camera for high-resolution photography and macro shots, a 5x Telephoto camera on both Pro models, and studio-quality microphones for lifelike audio recording.

The durable titanium design is strong yet lightweight, with larger displays, the thinnest borders ever on an Apple product, and a significant boost in battery life—making the iPhone 16 Pro Max the iPhone with the longest battery life yet.