Rune Aero uses Nvidia GPUs to cut virtual wind tunnel costs by 80%
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Summary
Aviation startup Rune Aero has cut early design costs by 80% by using AI to create a virtual wind tunnel that tests aerodynamics.
The California-based company has developed the technology to accelerate the aircraft design process; something that traditionally takes months of physical testing can now be done in real time.
Rune’s virtual wind tunnel allows designers to analyse many prototypes, make instant design modifications and calculate their impact immediately.
The company claims the technology results in a 70% reduction in operating costs for cargo operators through greater fuel efficiency, a doubled payload capacity and lower fuel consumption, which will increase profitability for operators.