electricplane

9 месяцев назад

A Dutch company has unveiled plans for a 90-seat electric aircraft capable of flying 500 miles on a single charge. This is a significant development in the field of electric aviation, as current estimates for electric aircraft are much smaller and have a shorter range. The company is using advanced battery technology and innovative design concepts to achieve this breakthrough.

6 лет назад

This episode of Real Engineering explores the challenges of transitioning airplanes to renewable energy sources. The video focuses on the energy density problem, comparing the energy stored in kerosene to that of lithium-ion batteries. Through calculations, the video demonstrates the significant weight increase required for battery-powered planes, especially for larger aircraft.