Electrical Systems:
Batteries
Drone operators will encounter different types of batteries. Each type of battery will have its own usage limitations and storage/handling requirements.
Lithium Ion: most commonly used drone batteries and provide long, stable battery life but will cause sudden failure when battery dies. Some drones have a warning system built in to warn the pilot when the lithium ion battery charge is about do deplete.
Lithium Polymer (LiPo) batteries: require special handling protocols for transport. Typically, when used by drone pilots, LiPo batteries will be used to power devices that send radio signals.
Pilots need to be aware of factors that affect battery life. Cold temperatures, heavy winds, air density, a drone’s power efficiency, and its payload weight are factors that can cause problems.
Drones may draw excess power to generate lift if they are too heavy. Drones may not draw power from the batteries if they are too cold. Finally, a drone may not be able enough power to contend with high wind speeds.
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