The DSI can be used to replace conventional methods of controlling supersonic and boundary layer airflow for speeds of up to Mach 2, such as the intake ramp and inlet cone, which are more complex, heavy and expensive.
The DSI can be used to replace conventional methods of controlling supersonic and boundary layer airflow. DSI's have been tested on F-16's for speeds of up to Mach 2 and can be used to replace the intake ramp and inlet cone, which are more complex, heavy and expensive.