Airplane windows used to be square — until engineers discovered that sharp corners create dangerous stress points at high altitude.
Round windows distribute pressure evenly, preventing cracks and keeping the aircraft safe.
This tiny design change has saved thousands of lives.
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Airplane windows used to be square — until engineers discovered that sharp corners create dangerous stress points at high altitude.
Round windows distribute pressure evenly, preventing cracks and keeping the aircraft safe.
This tiny design change has saved thousands of lives.
#airplane #engineering #aviation #science #explained #aircraftdesign #safetyfacts #travel #engineeringmystery #aviationfacts #WhyThingsAre #educationalshorts #didyouknow #didyouknowfacts