Freshman Joy Dunn won the first 16.00 (Introduction to Aerospace) aerodynamic decelerator design contest on Feb. 8, with a self-designed parachute that took 23 seconds to hit the ground after being dropped from the third floor balcony in Lobby 7. Photo / Donna Coveney
Lincoln Laboratory researchers are using AI to get a better picture of the atmospheric layer closest to Earth's surface. Their techniques could improve weather and drought prediction.
The results of a six-year collaboration between MIT researchers, the FAA, and Massport will reduce aircraft noise in local communities while maintaining or improving fuel efficiency.