Ultralight Solar Powered Hybrid Research Drone
arXiv:1304.5098
Abstract
A planetary research drone is proposed, which is capable for vertical takeoff and landing. A hybrid flight concept utilizing static lift enables the exploration over ground. The static lift is achieved with a lighter than CO2 gas like air, He or H2.
arXiv commentConcepts and Approaches for Mars Exploration, held June 12 to 14, 2012 in Houston, Texas. LPI Contribution No. 1679, id.4059 http://adsabs.harvard.edu/abs/2012LPICo1679.4059S