Design by Brad Clarkson The RC-16h is a concept for a hybrid commercial airliner. Based on recent Darpa advanced wing studies featuring a turbine generator powering a battery pack and 6 electric contra-rotating props.
source-image: Brad Clarkson
source-image: Brad Clarkson
The ducted wing abuses some advanced materials to support its undulating shape. The design draws inspiration from ongoing research and developments in advanced aerodynamics and propulsion systems.
source-image: Brad Clarkson
It is designed to reduce emissions by using a hybrid gas electric propulsion system, with a turbine generator powering a battery pack that drives six electric, contra-rotating propellers.
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The ducted wing provides aerodynamic benefits, and the overall design emphasizes efficiency and innovation. The wing design is semi-ducted, meaning it is partially enclosed, which can improve aerodynamic efficiency and reduce drag.
source-image: Brad Clarkson
The Hybrid Gas-Electric Propulsion combines the benefits of electric motors and batteries with a traditional internal combustion engine (turbine generator) to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.
