Before October 1, 2027, will NASA publicly announce the completion of a wind tunnel test using unsteady Pressure Sensitive Paint on a flexible aircraft model?

In October 2026, NASA announced it had used unsteady Pressure Sensitive Paint on a standard wing model. The agency stated this milestone opens the door for upcoming tests on flexible aircraft models, which are designed to bend and adapt during flight to improve efficiency.

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Resolution criteria

A 'Yes' resolution requires a public announcement from NASA, via its official website (nasa.gov) or an associated research center's website, that a wind tunnel test using unsteady Pressure Sensitive Paint on a flexible aircraft model has been completed. The announcement must be dated on or before September 30, 2027. A 'No' resolution will be assigned if no such announcement is found by October 1, 2027.

Expected resolution

Oct 1, 2027

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