While the ST Aero MAV-1 is a low observable Unmanned Air Vehicle prototype developed between ST Aerospace and Defence Science and Technology Agency, what is designed to avoid detection using a variety of technologies that reduce reflection/emission of radar, infrared, visible light, radio-frequency (RF) spectrum, and audio?
Stealth aircraft Stealth aircraft are designed to avoid detection using a variety of technologies that reduce reflection/emission of radar, infrared, visible light, radio-frequency (RF) spectrum, and audio, collectively known as stealth technology. Development of stealth technology likely began in Germany during World War II, the prototyped Horten Ho 229 was designed for twin BMW 003 jet engines but finally powered by twin Junkers Jumo 004 jet engines being described as the first stealth aircraft. Well-known modern examples of stealth of U.S. aircraft include the United States' F-117 Nighthawk (1981–2008), the B-2 Spirit, the F-22 Raptor, and the F-35 Lightning II.
Quiet Supersonic Technology The Quiet Supersonic Technology, also known as QueSST is a project in development by NASA and Lockheed Martin that is aimed to be a quieter replacement for the Concorde. After design review, the next stage is to test models in a wind tunnel. The ground noise is expected to be around 60 dB(A), about 1000 times quieter than current supersonic aircraft. This is achieved by using a long, narrow airframe and canards to keep the shock waves from coalescing.