Lockheed Martin Skunk Works and Divergent have demonstrated a rapid drone development approach by transforming a digital aircraft concept into a full-scale prototype in less than a year. The effort utilized the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS), an advanced manufacturing ecosystem that integrates design, engineering, structural analysis, production, and quality validation into a unified workflow. The approach significantly reduces development timelines while improving manufacturing flexibility, showcasing how digital engineering and additive manufacturing can accelerate future aerospace innovation.
