High-powered laser beams could keep drones flying indefinitely
New Atlas: Technology-Innovation-Outdoor News [Unofficial]
February 6, 2026
The next frontier in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology is all about keeping these aircraft fueled indefinitely. If we can crack it, drones could stay in the air longer, avoid landing to recharge when it's physically impossible or too dangerous, and carry on with their missions without interruption.
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Category: Drones, Consumer Tech, Technology
Tags: US Army, US Navy, DARPA, Wireless Power Transmission, Laser, Electromagnetic
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