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Prepare for drones that ‘perch’ on power lines to recharge, never have to land
• http://www.washingtontimes.com, By Douglas ErnstDeveloping such a system for fixed wing aircraft is desirable because of their ability to carry heavier loads than those that use a quadrotor design, Business Insider reported.
During the demo it was given by Mr. Moore, Business Insider reported that the glider, even without a fully-developed perching mechanism, was able to come “within centimeters” of a mock power line.