The U.S. Naval Research Laboratory demonstrated autonomous soaring in 2016-17 using remote-control sailplanes.
Credit: U.S. Naval Research Laboratory
As sensors and munitions have become more miniaturized, small uncrewed aircraft have become more capable and manufacturers have sought to find ways to extend their range and endurance to rival that of larger, more expensive air vehicles. Most small uncrewed aircraft systems (sUAS) are battery...
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