3.4 – Research Essay: Next Generation Power

In this module, you have studied the different power sources that are utilized for the various unmanned platforms currently in use. The readings covered space based rovers, unmanned aircraft and even sea powered underwater vehicles. What is the biggest power related technology barrier currently limiting unmanned systems and what technological development is required to overcome this barrier? Describe current research efforts that exhibit promise for overcoming such a limit and the potential implication of addressing it.