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(Maximum 200 words) A procedure for tailoring a blended wing-body configuration to reduce its computed wave drag is described. The method utilizes an iterative algorithm within the framework of first-order linear theory. Four computed examples are included. In each case, the zero-lift wave drag was reduced without an increase in drag due to lift. 14. SUBJECT TERMS 15. NUMBER OF PAGES Supersonic aircraft design; Blended wing-body; Low-drag design 17 16. PRICE CODE A03 17. SECURITY CLASSIFICATION 18. SECURITY CLASSIFICATION 19. SECURITY CLASSIFICATION 20. LIMITATION OF REPORT OF THIS PAGE OF ABSTRACT OF ABSTRACT Unclassified Unclassified NSN 7540-01-280-5500 Standard Form 298(Rev. 2-89) Prescribed by ANSI Std. Z39-18 298-102 NASA-Langley, Abstract A procedure for tailoring a blended wing-body configuration to reduce its computed wave drag is described. The method utilizes an iterative algorithm within the framework of first-order linear theory. Four computed examples are inclu..