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These can be caused by the flow of water over the hull and control surfaces, the propulsion system, machinery inside the craft, and even the flow of water through pipes.
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New Atlas, 7 Dec. 2025
By controlling airflow in specific areas, the system can act like virtual control surfaces.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 26 Nov. 2025
The 60% propolis extract gives it a honey-like consistency, cushioning skin with much-need moisture, while niacinamide and BHA control surface oils and gently exfoliate for a clearer, smoother complexion.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2025
Now the vehicle uses its control surfaces and rockets to slow its descent and relies on heat-resistant tiles (which, of course, add weight).
—Adam Rogers, Scientific American, 21 Aug. 2025
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New Atlas, 7 Dec. 2025
By controlling airflow in specific areas, the system can act like virtual control surfaces.
—Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 26 Nov. 2025
The 60% propolis extract gives it a honey-like consistency, cushioning skin with much-need moisture, while niacinamide and BHA control surface oils and gently exfoliate for a clearer, smoother complexion.
—Deanna Pai, Vogue, 22 Oct. 2025
Now the vehicle uses its control surfaces and rockets to slow its descent and relies on heat-resistant tiles (which, of course, add weight).
—Adam Rogers, Scientific American, 21 Aug. 2025
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“Control surface.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/control%20surface. Accessed 15 Dec. 2025.
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