Alteon, an Indian startup founded by a 20-year-old and backed by Lachy Groom, is developing autonomous aircraft designed to harvest wind energy to remain airborne for several months. The concept targets persistent aerial operations without the need for refueling or landing.
Background
Persistent altitude platforms have been explored for years for communications and surveillance, with approaches ranging from solar drones to hydrogen fuel cells. This wind-harvesting concept represents a novel alternative to existing always-on aerial platforms.
- Source
- TechCrunch
- Published
- Sep 1, 2026 at 08:30 AM
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- 5.0 / 10