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How does the 1973 oil crisis relate to winglets on airplane wings? Interested pupils view a video that explains why airplane wings have winglets. It turns out that the high cost of oil made more efficient wings a necessity.
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Instructional Ideas
- Challenge individuals to research and design their own airplane wings
Classroom Considerations
- References another video in the Real Engineering playlist, "Why Are Airplane Wings Angled Backwards?"
- Learners should have basic familiarity with air pressure and drag
- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Descriptions are clear and thorough
- Video footage complements explanations
Cons
- None