For a long time, people have dreamed of flying cars. This idea often pops up in famous sci-fi movies like Star Wars. Sadly, the technology isn’t quite there yet, even with ongoing research. However, we’re getting closer to making this dream a reality. Xiaopeng recently showcased a flying car prototype with four wheels and propellers. It can fly, but it still needs some fine-tuning. Here are the details…
Xiaopeng’s Flying Car Prototype Aims for Stability and Reduced Noise
Guangdong Huitian Aerospace Technology has been granted a patent for their innovative “flying car.” This remarkable vehicle combines the best of both worlds, boasting four wheels for road use and four propellers for flight. A car blogger recently shared a flight demonstration of the prototype, highlighting its capabilities while also pointing out areas for improvement. (You can watch the video of the vehicle by clicking here.)
Although the prototype differs slightly from the patent drawings, it maintains the key features of four wheels and propellers. The flight demonstration showed that the vehicle is capable of flying, but its stability and lack of vertical take-off indicate that there is room for enhancement.
During the demonstration, it was evident that the flying car generates a considerable amount of noise. Additionally, the powerful winds created by the propellers disturbed nearby branches. These factors emphasize the need for further development before the flying car is ready for mass production and everyday use.
In addition to the flying car, Xiaopeng Huitian has developed the Luhanger X2, a two-seater flying car that has received a chartered flight certificate from the Civil Aviation Administration of China. The Luhanger X2 has completed over 3,000 test flights since its first successful flight in June 2021. With impressive specs like a maximum take-off weight of 560kg, a battery life of 35 minutes, and a top flight speed of 130km/h, mass production is set to begin in 2024 at an affordable price point.
Xiaopeng’s flying car prototype offers an exciting glimpse into the future of transportation. Although the initial demonstration revealed its ability to fly, it also highlighted areas where refinement is needed before mass production can commence. As Xiaopeng Huitian continues to perfect their flying car technology, we can look forward to a revolutionary shift in how we travel.
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