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But this futuristic, science fiction-style vehicle is actually the latest in a series of electric aircraft that are expected to become airborne over the next decade.
The fully autonomous ‘Invo Moon’ offers up to three passengers a 360-degree panorama above and below while it travels at speeds of up to 250 miles per hour.
The design emphasis is on minimal noise, utilizing a flight system that is concealed within its hull, as opposed to exposed propellers commonly employed by its peers.
The £280,000 aircraft, comparable in size and weight to a small family vehicle, will be able to move in any direction, similar to a handheld drone.
The engineer informed the Daily Mail that the design was inspired by the creations of Leonardo Da Vinci over five centuries ago.
By the end of the decade.
He stated that future owners could even have it running as an Uber while they themselves weren’t using it, ‘making money while sitting at home’.
The government previously announced its expectation that passenger drones, or flying taxis, would become a regular sight in British skies by 2028, and could potentially operate on autopilot by 2030.
Government officials are launching a broad reform agenda to modernize laws and infrastructure, and they anticipate this investment to contribute £45 billion to the UK’s economy by the end of the decade.
The Invo Moon, measuring 16ft in diameter and weighing 2,500lb, is available for pre-order at £2,000 and is expected to cost approximately £280,000 upon delivery.
However, Mr. Kayali believes the vehicles – which he said should be affordable to produce in mass quantities – could be sold for under £50,000 in the future.
While most electric flying vehicles feature exposed propellors, the Invo Moon incorporates all its propulsion mechanisms within its aluminium casing.
The vehicle features an innovative aerodynamic design, which comprises a dozen motors, each containing spinning spheres, strategically placed in a circular formation around the vehicle’s side.
The system consists of four motors, which are used in conjunction. This design allows it to move up, down, left, right, and turning 360 degrees without any forward or backward orientation. For landing, the system features three extendable legs.
Mr. Kayali explained that this implies a very low level of vibration, so the device will not exceed 45 decibels as it moves – equivalent in noise level to a light, gentle patter of rain.
Most other electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing aircraft typically operate at approximately 85 decibels, which is comparable to the noise level of a blender, and also produce a considerable amount of unwanted gusts, he stated.
Inside the cabin, there are three rotating, fully reclining heated seats which provide panoramic views out, both from the top and the bottom, through large, transparent plexiglass windows.
The “luxury” vehicle will also offer mood lighting, an ice dispenser, and built-in smart TVs.
The car has a range of up to 300 miles and can charge from 20 to 80 per cent in 30 minutes, according to Mr Kayali.
Although its appearance may resemble a vision from the future, this design actually draws from ideas created by Leonardo da Vinci in the 15th century.
The exterior is inspired by the Italian artist’s ‘Armoured Car’ drawings, and the internal flying mechanism represents a new interpretation of his ‘aerial screw’ design, which is considered a precursor to the concept of a helicopter.
Self-driving travel has been established, and it follows a three-lane system comparable to a highway system – but elevated vertically.
As you progress to higher levels, the speed limit increases – from 100mph to 250mph – and the vehicle must only land back in the lowest speed lane.
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