Freiburg student breaks world record: drone flies at 557.64 km/h!

Freiburg student breaks world record: drone flies at 557.64 km/h!

Samuele Gobbi, a master's student at the University of Technology and Architecture in Freiburg, has set a new speed record with his quadcopter drone. The drone, named Fastboy 2, reached an impressive speed of 557.64 km/h. This achievement was officially recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, a result Gobbi achieved in a single semester during his master's thesis. The development of this state-of-the-art drone was realized under the careful supervision of Professor Nicolas Rouvé and with the support of the interdisciplinary research group GRID, which specializes in drone technology.

Recently, it was found that Gobbi's drone significantly exceeded the previous record of 480 km/h, held by Luke Maximo Bell of South Africa. External experts monitored the crucial flight to validate the speed and confirmed the new record of 557.64 km/h.

Technological innovations of the “Fastboy 2”

The “Fastboy 2” is not only remarkable for its speed. It features advanced technologies, including an innovative aerodynamic design and a novel cooling system that uses water to cool electronics during high-speed flights. These technical features are the result of Gobbi's deep interest in the development of drone technology, which he began when he and friends developed a prototype to increase flight speed.

In addition to the high speed of 557.64 km/h, which was achieved during a straight flight over a distance of 100 meters in two opposite directions, the “Fastboy 2” drone is also characterized by its weight of 1.6 kg and a maximum power of 10 kW. As part of his master's thesis, Gobbi acquired extensive knowledge in the areas of electrical engineering, mechanics, aerodynamics and project management.

Drones – an evolving technology

Gobbi's achievements are part of a larger trend in drone technology that has already revolutionized our world. Modern drones have a wide range of uses, from agriculture to industry to leisure activities. The use of algorithms and artificial intelligence to improve autonomous flight capability and obstacle detection is becoming increasingly common. These advances allow drones to handle more complex tasks efficiently and safely.

The future of this technology seems promising as new applications are continually being developed. Companies like Amazon and DHL are also recognizing the potential of drone deliveries, especially in hard-to-reach areas that are difficult to reach using traditional transportation. The developments in this industry show that it is not just about speed records, but also about innovative solutions that can enrich our everyday lives.

In the coming years, it will be exciting to see how drone technology will develop and what new horizons it will open up for further applications. Gobbi's record is only a small but impressive part of this technical evolution.

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