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Technology Prioritization: Selected Technology Set

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Percent Max Airflow

Pressure Recovery

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Higher L/D Duct

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Compact Duct

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Compact Inlet Pressure Recovery Comparison

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Compact inlet ducts have similar performance characteristics as conventional ducts. Pressure recovery within the compact duct is nearly equal to conventional duct performance throughout the Mach range. However, the compact inlet achieves this performance with significantly reduced weight and volume.