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    Anyone into solar powered drones?

    Ezookiel, you're right about the minimal contribution of solar cells to MR drones. However there are possibilities.. for instance: drones that recharge themselves when idle. This could be used in remote areas where no power is available. Even though a solar powered charging station would in...
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    Anyone into solar powered drones?

    "I dunno how MR (multi-rotor) will fare in all of this? Fixed-wing provides the glide aspect which can greatly economize energy requirements" You're right, a fixed-wing with glider capability uses a lot less energy than a MR, a lot! And it makes all the difference.. We did try solar cells on...
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    Anyone into solar powered drones?

    Hi, I've been working on some solar powered drones / UAV's. Anyone at this forum who has experience and like to share some insights / photos etc? Cheers!