Foreign Media: China's New Hybrid Power System Passes Flight Test, Making Small Battlefield Drones Quieter, More Stealthy, and Capable of Longer Range.
The system employs a 60-kilowatt oil-electric hybrid powertrain, combining the advantages of fuel-powered generation and pure electric operation: fuel-powered generation provides strong propulsion and extended endurance, while pure electric mode achieves low noise and reduced infrared signature.
The drone can switch between modes during flight, extending its range while maintaining stealth—effectively addressing the longstanding issues of high noise in traditional fuel-powered drones and limited endurance in electric drones.
Original Article: toutiao.com/article/1861012203025546/
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