China Unveils Its First Electric Flying Car
Researchers from Southeast University in China have introduced the country’s first electric flying car, which utilizes “distributed electric propulsion technology” and can operate both on land and in the air.
According to a report by the Global Times, the official media outlet of the Communist Party of China (CPC), the vehicle has been named “Kunpeng No.1.”
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The announcement highlights that Kunpeng No.1 is the first electric flying car in China to leverage distributed electric propulsion technology. The car is designed to seamlessly transition between driving on the ground and flying in the air.
Key Features of Kunpeng No.1:
- Altitude and Flight Time: The car can fly up to an altitude of 300 meters for approximately 20 minutes.
- Weight Limit: The maximum weight capacity for takeoff is 500 kilograms.
- Ground Speed: On land, the car can reach a top speed of 60 km/h.
Unlike traditional drone-based flying vehicles, Kunpeng No.1 employs the car as the primary carrier, enabling smoother transitions between ground driving and aerial navigation.
High-Capacity Battery Power
The vehicle operates using a high-capacity power battery. Researchers are currently working on extending the flight time to over two hours, further enhancing its practicality and efficiency.
This breakthrough marks a significant step forward in China’s electric vehicle and aviation technology industries, paving the way for future innovations in multi-modal transportation systems.
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