Future flying car technology?

In summary, flying cars of the future may use a system that separates the lifting and pulling propeller from the cockpit with wires to reduce turbulence. This technology could also be used in commercial airliners. However, there may be challenges in accurately predicting and responding to turbulence. Current aircraft already have gust alleviation systems in place, so separating the propulsion system from the cabin may not be necessary.
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magi
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Hello.

When people started flying it was quite bumpy because of turbulence below 10000 meter.
So todays air travel is mostly above 10000 meter to avoid a bumping turbulent ride.
To develop a future flying car this must be dealt with because people don't want to be thrown around in the cockpit when flying to the shop and for a short flight it is not possible to get to 10000 meter to avoid turbulent air.

So to deal with this the future aeroplane need to adjust for turbulent air and that is to separate the lifting and pulling propeller from the cockpit with wires.

That solve some problems and create some new.

When you get into your flying car then the start noice and wind turbulence is minimal because the engine and propeller start first, because it now has a lower weight

So it take off first and is hoovering above the cockpit.
When the cockpit is pulled of the ground it can be very stabile,
because you now can adjust the wires from the top engine system

When you fly through the air the engine system can be let's say 100 meter in front, pulling the cockpit.
The front engine system can detect and with sensors adjust the wires so that the cockpit can move through the air with no turbulence or bumps in the flight.

This is probably the future technology of flying cars.

berkeman wrote:
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BTW, the technology you are proposing could be used by commercial airliners as well. There is no need to have the whole propulsion package fly ahead of the passenger compartment -- just propose some sensor package that is pushed ahead of the plane on a boom to sense the turbulence. Then you are left with figuring out how far to push it ahead to get good advanced notice of the turbulence to help your plane control surface algorithm.

berkeman
PF Mentor
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What do you think about this system.

Would anyone like to see my simulation system and radio controlled modells of it?Regards

Master of Science in Engineering Physics
LTH
Sweden

Magnus

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Continuous_gusts
Sounds like guaranteed motion sickness; getting a fine-grained enough sensor suite to "know" not only what the sensors are flying through, but where and what that particular air-mass will be and be doing when the passenger pod reaches it, plus anticipating what unsampled air masses are going to be doing seems a bit ambitious.
 
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I'm not really sure I follow your post,but I think you're talking about gust alleviation.

Gust alleviation is already in use on most (all?) fly-by-wire aircraft. It's based on a feedback control system that senses normal acceleration and identifies turbulence by comparing the measured acceleration to the commanded acceleration. Control surfaces (elevator, ailerons, flaps) are then deployed to reduce the gust response.

Separating the propulsion/lift system from the cabin is unnecessary and possibly even counter-productive, as it can introduce structural vibrations that aggravate the turbulence response.
 

1. How does a flying car work?

A flying car is a type of personal air transportation vehicle that combines features of both traditional cars and airplanes. It typically has wings and propellers or jet engines that allow it to take off and land vertically, as well as fly horizontally like a traditional airplane. Some flying cars also have the ability to transform from a car to an airplane, while others are designed specifically for flight.

2. Will flying cars be affordable for the average person?

Currently, flying cars are still in the development and testing phase, so it is difficult to predict the exact cost. However, experts believe that as the technology advances and becomes more mainstream, the cost will decrease. Additionally, some companies are already working on making flying cars more accessible by offering ride-sharing services or subscription-based models.

3. Are flying cars safe?

Safety is a top priority for the development of flying car technology. In fact, most flying cars are designed with multiple safety features, such as backup systems, parachutes, and advanced collision avoidance technology. Additionally, pilots will be required to have special training and licensing to operate a flying car, similar to a traditional airplane.

4. Where will flying cars be able to fly?

Flying cars will likely be able to fly in designated airspaces, such as airports or helipads. Some companies are also working on developing vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) technology, which would allow flying cars to take off and land in smaller, more convenient locations.

5. When will flying cars be available for purchase?

There is no definitive timeline for when flying cars will be available for purchase, as the technology is still in its early stages. Some companies have announced plans to release flying cars in the next few years, but it is likely that it will take several more years for the technology to become widely available to the public.

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