VerTex hybrid drone combines hovering and fixed-wing flight

As consumer drones are becoming increasingly common, we seem to be seeing more of a certain "value-added" feature – quadcopters that are able to hover as needed, but which can also transition to faster and more efficient fixed-wing flight. Recent examples have included the Skyprowler and the X PlusOne. Now, there's also the Vertex. .. Continue Reading VerTex hybrid drone combines hovering and fixed-wing flight

Section: Aircraft

Tags: Drone, Kickstarter, Quadcopter, UAV, VTOL

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