torsdag 20. april 2017

Solar Impulse spin off - Curt Lewis




Solar Impulse spin off to develop electric propulsion technology for the aviation industry

André Borschberg, one of the designers and pilots of the two Solar Impulse airplanes - the second of which flew around the world using just solar power - has co-founded H55. The spin out company will develop electric propulsion for the aviation industry.

Borschberg said: "I am very excited to be part of this initiative as electric propulsion offers numerous opportunities for future air transportation which is cleaner, quieter, safer and more affordable."

H55 will focus on the entire propulsion chain starting from the energy source and its management, right through thrust and power, as well as pilot interface and all control systems. It's electric demonstrator aircraft, aEro1, has successfully flown more than 50 hours with a battery endurance exceeding more than one hour.





















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