A new agreement between the US Navy and Skydweller Aero named ‘Extreme Rugged Solar Aircraft Systems’ was signed. The $14 million contract is aimed at creating a new class of unmanned aircraft with Skydweller’s solar technologies.
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The primary objective of the project is the development and integration of basic hardware and software that utilize clean energy to increase efficiency and performance. This will focus on developing hydrogen fuel cells, a lightweight hydrogen storage system, advanced battery modules and advanced mission management software.
Skydweller will conduct ground and flight tests of these new technologies when necessary improvements are completed. The research team will also conduct many analyzes and modeling, including power system performance, mission control performance and energy management.
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It is stated that the contract will increase the operational scope of the aircraft and enable global use, while improving mission reliability and system flexibility.
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