We propose a solar-powered aircraft system for the exploration of Venus. The atmosphere of Venus provides several advantages for flying a solar-powered aircraft. At the top of the cloud level, the solar intensity is comparable to or greater than terrestrial solar intensities. The atmospheric pressure makes flight much easier than on planets such as Mars. Also, the slow rotation of Venus allows an airplane to be designed for flight within continuous sunlight, eliminating the need for energy storage for nighttime flight. These factors make Venus a prime choice for a long-duration solar-powered aircraft. Fleets of solar-powered aircraft could provide an architecture for efficient and low-cost comprehensive coverage for a variety of scientific missions.


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    Title :

    Atmospheric Flight on Venus


    Contributors:
    G. A. Landis (author) / A. Colozza (author) / C. M. LaMarre (author)

    Publication date :

    2002


    Size :

    17 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English




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