But the bottom line is that the increases in L/D and *aerodynamic
performance* aren't likely to change by large amonths. And the new
materials have little or no effect on the aerodynamic performance or
the shape of the wings.

Nasa doesn't seem to agree with you either: http://www.gizmag.com/go/2242/picture/3073/
(there are links to the rest Aero Elastic Wing article along with more
pics)
Perhaps they should read Fred Thomas' book and get over
themselves! ; )

In Jest,
Paul