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Owl feathers could inspire quieter planesResearchers found that owl wings are especially quiet because their trailing-edge feathers are flexible and porous, allowing some air through.

Owl feathers could inspire quieter planes
Researchers found that owl wings are especially quiet because their trailing-edge feathers are flexible and porous, allowing some air through.

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