An experimental solar-powered airplane embarked on its first transcontinental ... in the United States using a newer and more improved model scheduled to be unveiled in 2014.
Although not the first to try and build a DIY solar-powered remote control airplane, [ProjectAir]’s recent attempt is the most significant one in recent memory. It follows [rctestflight]’s ...
Called Solarstratos, the aircraft measures 8.5m in length and 24.8m in wingspan and has a total weight of 450kg. It is covered with 22m 2 of solar panels totaling 5 kW that will power an electric ...
Recent trials conducted at Spaceport America in New Mexico, USA, demonstrated that the solar-powered aircraft can remain ... plans to deliver an enhanced model of the system by the end of the ...