For the first time in the world, a #grenade- #clad #aircraft was produced. There are many reasons for choosing a #graphite; very strong and lightweight material, it also transmits heat and electricity very well
#Aerospace #engineers from the #University of #Central #Lancashire in the #UK introduced the world's first graphene-covered aircraft. His name is Juno and it was exhibited at the #Farnborough #Aviation #Fair in 2018.
The 3.5 meter long unmanned aerial vehicle also includes graphene-based batteries and #3D #printed #components. #Grafen is one of the honeycomb knitted structures of carbon atoms. It is the strongest and lightest man-made material in the world. It adds high durability to the materials it covers. Indeed, a graphene-covered aircraft can carry heavier loads without using more fuel and can fly for longer periods. Grafen's heat is very good. This feature allows heat to diffuse through the material. Therefore, the possibility of icing is very low.
The graphene electricity is also very good. When lightning falls on a plane covered with it, the energy is scattered across the surface. Thus, the vehicle is not damaged because the high temperature does not collect in one place. Engineers plan to do more test flights over the next two months.