Ultralight Solar Powered Hybrid Research Drone
Csaba Singer
TL;DR
This paper proposes an ultralight, solar-powered hybrid drone capable of vertical takeoff and landing, utilizing static lift with lighter-than-CO2 gases for planetary exploration.
Contribution
It introduces a novel hybrid drone design that combines solar power and static lift gases for efficient planetary surface exploration.
Findings
Design feasibility of ultralight solar-powered hybrid drone.
Potential for vertical takeoff and landing on planetary surfaces.
Use of lighter-than-CO2 gases for static lift enhancement.
Abstract
A planetary research drone is proposed, which is capable for vertical takeoff and landing. A hybrid flight concept utilizing static lift enables the exploration over ground. The static lift is achieved with a lighter than CO2 gas like air, He or H2.
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Taxonomy
TopicsSpacecraft Dynamics and Control · Aerospace Engineering and Energy Systems · Solar and Space Plasma Dynamics