Laser-Powered Drones: Chinese Researchers Achieve Endless Flight Times
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Chinese researchers have developed drones with extended flight times using advanced laser technology. The team from China’s Civil Aviation University created a lightweight receiver that converts laser light into electricity, utilizing perovskite solar cell technology. The key component is a perovskite laser cell-thermoelectric (PLC-TE) tandem device that optimizes solar cell performance for laser energy absorption. The device was successfully tested on a stationary drone model, converting 38.49% of the laser beam's energy into electricity. Outdoor flight tests are planned next to assess reliability under real-world conditions.
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