The Center believes that world conditions may make it possible to rely upon a logistical mix which places greater emphasis on sea-lift than air-lift than is currently the case.

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By changing the angle of its wings and its body, the moth was able to create a delicate balance between the thrust pushing it forwards, the drag - or air resistance - pushing against it, and the lift keeping it in the air.

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With its dedicated sea-lift, air assets and self-sustainability, its capabilities would be hard and unnecessary to replicate.

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Flying at the end of 60-foot control lines, they generate enough lift to launch a sailor 40 feet in the air, with hang times that make the sea-level surfers green with envy.

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It went on to become the first hotel in Mumbai to be equipped with a lift, and the first in India with an air-conditioned dining room.

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