Sunseeker built the first two-seat solar powered aircraft

Solar-powered aircraft technology is a very encouraging step. Currently, the capacity of solar-powered aircraft is limited to one person - but this fact is likely to change with the launch of the Sunseeker Duo , the first solar-powered aircraft available. accommodates two people.

Designed by Sunseeker II's engineering team, the Sunseeker Duo is made of the same Stemme S-10 as it was in the 80s, with the engine folded into the nose when not in use. However, the Sunseeker Duo has significantly improved compared to the Stemme S-10 when the weight was reduced from 645kg to 270kg.

It has a wingspan of 23m, and is equipped with a direct-drive 20kW drive. The power supplied from the 72 lithium-polymer batteries is stacked, enough for 20 minutes to reach full speed and then hover while waiting for the rechargeable battery. Once in the cloud, the Sunseeker Duo is capable of running hours on direct solar power.

Currently, Sunseeker Duo is still in the construction phase, and the project team is calling for a financial donation through Kickstarter to advance the steps. If everything goes as planned, Eric Raymond, the project leader, is expected to make a series of transcontinental flights, beginning with a round-the-world tour of the Americas, aimed at promoting the benefits of energy technology. Sun.

As expected, the documentary and book recording of this trip will also be released.