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General Discussion => Science & Nature => Topic started by: sam on July 24, 2010, 15:01

Title: Solar drone lands after record 14 days aloft
Post by: sam on July 24, 2010, 15:01

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An ultra-light unmanned aircraft powered by solar energy and designed for military surveillance landed after two weeks aloft and setting a record for the longest unmanned flight, its manufacturer said.

http://www.physorg.com/news199158296.html

Title: Re: Solar drone lands after record 14 days aloft
Post by: Clive on July 24, 2010, 21:55

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the company said it had set out to create "the world's first truly eternal plane, capable of providing a low-cost, persistent surveillance capability over months rather than days."

Very impressive!