Structural Battery Lets Drones Fly Further

Mar-15-19 A structural battery built into the wing of a drone could lead to a future of all-electric aircraft.

The battery system was built into the wing of a standard 7-foot-drone by Prof. Vikas Prakash over a period of about three years. Because the battery is contained in the wing, no cargo space is sacrificed and the extra weight is reduced. In tests, the drone was able to remain airborne for almost three hours, compared to the hour and a half when equipped with only a basic battery pack.

According to Prakash, "This test demonstrates that the use of structural battery is a winning concept. This will allow our crafts to fly longer and/or carry heavier payloads without compromising fuselage space."

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