Skydweller: Largest autonomous, solar-powered drone can fly for three months without landing - Yanko Design
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The Skydweller is a pioneering solar-powered drone designed by Skydweller Aero that can remain airborne for up to 90 days without landing. It features over 17,000 solar cells generating up to 100kW of power, stored in onboard batteries that weigh more than 1,400 pounds. The drone has a remarkable wingspan of 236 feet and weighs only 400 tons due to its carbon fiber structure. Primarily intended for maritime surveillance, the Skydweller can also carry 800 pounds of payload and uses solar power for daytime flying.
The Skydweller is a solar-powered drone capable of flying for 90 days straight without landing, utilizing over 17,000 solar cells for energy.
The drone boasts a wingspan of 236 feet, exceeding that of a Boeing 747, yet weighs only 400 tons due to its carbon fiber construction.
With the ability to carry up to 800 pounds of payload, the Skydweller targets maritime surveillance as part of its operational role.
The solar cells on the Skydweller can generate up to 100kW of power, which is stored in 1,400-pound onboard batteries.
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