Aircraft designed to evade detection by radar and other sensors
The development of stealth aircraft began in the late20th century, driven by the need for military aircraft that could evade detection.
The first operational stealth aircraft was the Lockheed F-117 Nighthawk, introduced in the1980s.
Stealth aircraft are designed using advanced materials and shapes to reduce their radar cross-section. This includes the use of radar-absorbent materials and faceted designs.
The design of stealth aircraft involves complex trade-offs between stealth capabilities, aerodynamic performance, and payload capacity.
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