This company provides an integrated laser-charging system enabling 24/7 drone flight autonomy without landing. The technology facilitates continuous wireless power transfer, data transmission, and discreet operation for various Unmanned Aerial Vehicle applications. This solution ensures uninterrupted operational capability across a wide range of existing drone platforms.
Funding
$540K raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Drones are limited by battery life, which restricts their flight time and operational range, hindering continuous operation in applications such as surveillance, defense, and remote sensing. Traditional battery swapping or recharging methods interrupt missions and reduce overall efficiency.
Solution
SkyGrids is developing a laser-based wireless power transmission system, called ThunderBolt, that enables drones to be charged mid-flight, thus overcoming the limitations of battery capacity. The system transmits power wirelessly to compatible drones, allowing for continuous operation for up to 24 hours without the need for landing or manual intervention. This technology facilitates persistent surveillance, uninterrupted data collection, and extended operational capabilities for various drone applications. The ThunderBolt system is designed to be compatible with most existing drone platforms, providing a versatile solution for extending flight times and enhancing mission effectiveness.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes organizations and individuals utilizing drones for defense, surveillance, remote sensing, infrastructure inspection, and other applications requiring extended flight times and continuous operation.
Features
- Laser-based wireless power transmission for drones
- Compatibility with most existing drone platforms
- Enables continuous drone operation for up to 24 hours
- Long-range power delivery up to 10km
- Autonomous and remote charging capabilities
- Secure, non-jammable communication relay