Researchers build hydrogen-powered drone to extend range for grid inspections
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SINTEF researchers developed a hydrogen-powered drone that can fly for hours compared to battery drones' limited range, solving critical infrastructure inspection challenges like checking remote power lines that currently require dangerous helicopter missions. The hydrogen fuel cells provide higher energy density and quick fuel tank swaps, but the team must still weatherproof the technology for harsh Norwegian conditions.
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