= Richard T. Whitcomb
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Richard T. Whitcomb was an influential American aeronautical engineer and inventor, best known for his pioneering work in the field of aerodynamics. He is particularly recognized for his contributions to the development of the "supercritical airfoil," which helped to improve the performance of aircraft flying at transonic speeds (around the speed of sound). This innovation contributed to increased efficiency and performance in commercial and military aviation.
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