China claims its stealth drones fly 3x longer using 50% less energy than US rivals
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China has surpassed the US in developing advanced stealth drones using fluidic systems for steering. These drones use precise air pulses, improving stealth and efficiency. Chinese researchers claim their technology is superior to US designs in durability and energy efficiency. China reports testing operational systems since 2021, while the US program lags behind. This technology could enable submersible drones capable of water-to-air transitions.
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