New Solar Plane Can Remain for Year in Air

Scientists at BAE Systems Company, USA, have tested successfully a new unmanned  plane runs by solar energy.

The revolutionary plane named PHASA-35 and its fuselage made of lighter carbonic components.

It weighs 150 km and the wings span 35 meters.

The unmanned plane is able to fly at a height of 21,000 meters above the earth.

It can fly at speeds ranges from 93km/ hour to 145 km/ per hour.

Two fans propel the plane forward.

It adjusts both the speed and height according to the intensity of the air at various altitudes.

The plane harvests energy from the sun during hours of the daytime and stores the solar energy to be used at night.

This technology enables the plane to stay for a year in the air without needing to land over that long period.

That plane can be used for surveillance purposes as it has the capabilities of satellites.

The inventors of the plane think it could be employed for a wide range of military and civil uses.

It can also support communication networks that belong to the fifth generation ( G5.

On the other hand, Acecore Technologies, a designer and manufacturer of professional-grade unmanned aircraft vehicles, has partnered with Robotic Skies Inc., a global maintenance network for commercial unmanned aircraft systems, to provide customers with full-service maintenance and field repair support for Acecore’s Neo and Zoe platforms.

The certified repair stations that comprise the Robotic Skies network employ the quality, standards, and practices of manned aviation maintenance in the unmanned aviation market. Robotic Skies services include routine and field maintenance, inspections, upgrades, and aircraft on the ground support.

“Ever since we sold the first Neo in 2013, we have believed that durability is key in our solutions. If you’re buying a second Acecore drone, it’s because your operation is scaling. Not because the previous one has failed you,” says Jorrit Linders, president, and technical engineer at Acecore. “Our partnership with Robotic Skies expands our ability to provide customers with professional services that ensure the continued dependability, safety and long service life of their Neo or Zoe system.”

“Robotic Skies is pleased to partner with Acecore to provide additional infrastructure and services that will enhance the company’s customer support program,” says Brad Hayden, founder, and CEO of Robotic Skies. “As commercial UAS operations gain complexity, regulatory bodies will require manufacturers and operators to demonstrate compliance with existing aviation maintenance safety standards. Robotic Skies provides this assurance for Acecore and its customers.”

The Neo and Zoe UAVs meet the demands of challenging weather conditions and operating with heavy payloads. Acecore’s radio link uses AES 128 encryption for added security, and both aircraft are FAA ADS-B mandate compliant. Critical components can be equipped with triple redundancy to ensure a successful and reliable return to home function.