Description

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Context:

The Army has received Sabal 20 logistics drones procured from EndureAir Systems for deployment in the Eastern sector.

Detail:

Type	Electric unmanned helicopter
Purpose	Designed for aerial logistics, including precise logistics, high-altitude operations and long-distance deliveries.
Design	Tandem rotor configuration for stability, high-altitude performance, minimal turbulence risk, and outstanding lifting capacity.
Payload Capacity	Up to 20 kg, which is 50% of its own weight, with scalable options for future requirements.
Operational Terrain	Capable of operating in confined and rugged terrain.
Noise Reduction	Low RPM design minimizes noise, enhancing stealth in sensitive missions.
VTOL Technology	Vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) for operations in confined spaces and difficult environments. (VTOL- aircraft are capable of taking off, hovering, and landing vertically, without the need for a runway. They can be used in a variety of applications)
Autonomous Flight	Cutting-edge autonomous flight capabilities with user-friendly controls, enabling reliable performance beyond the operator's line of sight.

Source:

THE HINDU

PRACTICE QUESTION

Q.Consider the following statements about the Sabal 20 drone:

It is an electric unmanned helicopter designed for aerial logistics.
The Sabal 20 drone features a tandem rotor configuration for enhanced stability and high-altitude performance.
It has a maximum payload capacity of 50 kg.
The drone is equipped with vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) technology.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) 1, 2, and 4 only

(b) 1, 3, and 4 only

(d) 1, 2, 3, and 4

Answer:

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: The Sabal 20 is an electric unmanned helicopter specifically designed for aerial logistics, as stated in the prompt.

Statement 2 is correct: The drone features a tandem rotor configuration, which ensures enhanced stability and high-altitude performance, as mentioned in the description.

Statement 3 is incorrect: The payload capacity of the Sabal 20 is up to 20 kg, which is 50% of its own weight, not 50 kg as stated in this option.

Statement 4 is correct: The Sabal 20 is equipped with vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) technology, allowing it to operate in confined spaces and difficult environments.