Electric aircraft are air-borne vehicles powered primarily by electric motors. These motors are extremely energy-efficient, quick, and with maximum power output, particularly when thrust is applied. Two major technological advancements have led to a new flight record for electric aircraft: Solar Power and Batteries. Solar Power has had a lot of hype over the last ten years and has become a primary source of powering commercial aviation. As more progress is made in the production and efficiency of solar panels, they will become more efficient in delivering power to an electric aircraft's wheels.
With the advancement of both technologies, it is now possible to reach high altitude with an electric aircraft and make it to the skies even in poor weather. This makes solar-powered flight possible from long-to-short distances. Electric aircraft allows for low-maintenance operations as they do not require a great deal of maintenance. They also offer passengers access to airports without the noisy exhaust fanciers of turbine aircraft. This can be especially important in regions with extreme weather conditions or where noise pollution is a major problem.
An important benefit of using batteries for powering electric aircraft is that the system requires very little electricity to start up. These batteries store charge from solar energy during day time when flying and then use this stored charge when flying at night. They run on charge during the day and use the remaining charge at night when batteries are at a lower charge level. A number of companies are currently developing batteries and systems for use in small electric aircraft.
Recently UK based company Rolls-Royce launched an all-electric plane. The plane is part of a Rolls-Royce initiative called ACCEL – short for “Accelerating the Electrification of Flight” and is a key part of Rolls-Royce’s strategy to champion electrification.
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