In what can be called a scene straight out of a Hollywood science fiction, Alef Aeronautics, based in the United States, published the first video of the vertical takeoff of his flying car. While most flying cars look like or maneuvering like helicopters, the new Alef car brings Flubber and Spaceball’s memories. The flying prototype of the car was designed to look like a real car.
The Alef car is what is called a electric vertical takeoff and landing vehicle, or Evtol. This essentially means that the car is similar to a drone and can start vertically using its electrical power. This contrasts with planes that require a long track to take off.
The Startup based in California has published images of its zero model prototype. The video shows the first flying car in the world which is capable of vertical takeoff on public roads. Based on numerous reports, the electric vehicle has successfully led to a street before descending and hovering on a parked car, marking an important step in urban air mobility.
What is the zero model?
The vertical takeoff capacity of the Zero model shows a historic moment in air mobility. The video shows the Evtol Evtol effortlessly of an air journey mode. Experts believe it could revolutionize transport. Based on the images, the vehicle can take off from a stationary position on public roads or anywhere. The test flight would have been carried out in San Mateo, California, and the Zero model can be seen successfully on a car parked before landing and continuing its trip. It seems that the vertical takeoff is propelled by eight hidden rotors – four at the front and four at the rear. These rotors are hidden in the body similar to a network of the Evtol. In order to ensure safety, Alef used a light variant of the zero model and carried out the tests on the closed roads. According to the company, this is the first case of a car leading on a road, then take off vertically in a city.
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It seems that the car was classified as a low -speed vehicle because it only quickly goes for 25 miles per hour. Jim Dukhovny, CEO of Alef, called the realization similar to the first flight of the Wright Brothers in Kitty Hawk.
Zero model design and specifications
The zero model stands out from traditional vehicles because of its design, which is aligned with the concept of evtols. It has a unique mesh -shaped exterior that has electric motors below. The body of the vehicle can turn 90 degrees into the air, essentially transforming the roof on the surface of the wing. This configuration allows the motor vehicle to maintain a car -shaped profile on the road. In addition, it has a protective grille coating which improves the safety of its urban operations. He can accommodate a person.
Regarding the specifications, the zero model comes with a 320 km guard beach and a 160 km flight range. It has a maximum speed of 40 km on the road and has bicycle -shaped tires. Alef Aeronautics is preparing to move its flying car from model to production prototype, with 3,330 pre -orders and a price of $ 29999 (approximately 2.62 rupes) per unit. Production should start next year, supported by a manufacturing agreement for the parts of the aeronautical guard. The company also plans to launch the Z model, a four -seater flying sedan, by 2035. However, experts remain skeptical due to regulatory and technological challenges.
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