1. Architectural principles
1.1 Overall architecture
Considering "historic" operational flying wings (Northrop YB49, B2 and B21), we can propose and validate a structure alternating pressurized and non-pressurized sections. These sections fit into a geometry with limited elongation (< 5) and relatively high thickness (chord/thickness ratio between 4 and 6). Figure 1 shows the general appearance of this aircraft.
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