Aircraft of the future could capture and re-use some of their own power
Thursday, February 23, 2012 - 23:30
in Physics & Chemistry
Tomorrow's aircraft could contribute to their power needs by harnessing energy from the wheel rotation of their landing gear to generate electricity. They could use this to power their taxiing to and from airport buildings, reducing the need to use their jet engines. This would save on aviation fuel, cut emissions and reduce noise pollution at airports.