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Fireflyer

About

A solar powered unmanned plane.

Industry

Aerospace, Hardware

Location

Bengaluru, India

Startup Status:

Active

Investment Track:

Common Track

Date Invested

November 2024

Challenge: Drones have very limited flight times (15-30 mins) and require constant battery changes, making them impractical for extended monitoring or mapping tasks.
Solution: A low-cost solar-powered flying wing plane that extends flight time through renewable energy and efficient aerodynamics.

Product

Firefly solar drone that combines solar cells with a flying wing design. Built using readily available components and 3D printed parts, it achieves 2-3 hours of continuous flight time.

The efficient wing design and solar charging system make it ideal for delivery, aerial photography, basic mapping, and learning about sustainable aviation technology.

Team

Sur Naik: 19 years old based out of Bengaluru. Highly passionate about STEM specifically electrical and mechanical engineering.

Details:

Industry: Aerospace, Hardware
Location: Bengaluru, India
Startup Status: Active
Investment Track: Common Track
Date Invested: November 2024