Drone Propulsion System for Arctic Use

The requirements imposed on pilotless aerial vehicles (drones) for operation in the Arctic are considered, in the context of energy-generation technologies for drone propulsion. Existing requirements on small cargo delivery are analyzed. The characteristics of drones in use today are outlined. The f...

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Published in:Russian engineering research 2023-02, Vol.43 (2), p.211-214
Main Authors: Kraev, V. M., Tikhonov, A. I.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Drone aircraft
Drone vehicles
Electric motors
Engineering
Engineering Design
Fuel cells
Methanol
Propulsion systems
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Summary:The requirements imposed on pilotless aerial vehicles (drones) for operation in the Arctic are considered, in the context of energy-generation technologies for drone propulsion. Existing requirements on small cargo delivery are analyzed. The characteristics of drones in use today are outlined. The fundamental features of drones incapable of Arctic operation are presented. The potential of innovative technologies is discussed. The application of fuel cells and an electric motor for drone propulsion is explored. The effectiveness of hydrogen and methanol as sources of electrical energy is compared. It is established that methanol fuel cells may be used for Arctic drones of aerodynamic type.
ISSN:1068-798X
1934-8088
DOI:10.3103/S1068798X23030176