Fixed Wing EVTOL's

Fixed-wing eVTOLs (electric vertical takeoff and landing) are aircraft that combine the vertical takeoff and landing capabilities of helicopters with the efficiency and range of fixed-wing airplanes, using electric power for propulsion and lift. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

• What they are:
  Fixed-wing eVTOLs, also sometimes referred to as "flying taxis" or "air taxis," are designed to take off and land vertically, like a helicopter, but then transition to a conventional, fixed-wing flight for forward movement. 
  
• How they work:
  • Vertical Takeoff and Landing: They use electric motors to power rotors or propellers for vertical lift and hover, similar to a helicopter. 
    
  • Transition to Forward Flight: Once in the air, the rotors or propellers can be tilted or switched off, and the aircraft transitions to a fixed-wing flight, using its wings for lift and forward movement. 
    
  • Electric Propulsion: They are powered by batteries, allowing for quieter and more environmentally friendly operation. 
    
• Design Variations:
  • Vectored Thrust: Some designs use rotors or fans that can be tilted or rotated to provide both vertical lift and forward thrust, allowing for efficient cruise flight and enhanced maneuverability. 
    
  • Lift and Cruise: Other designs use independent sets of rotors for lift and propellers for cruise, offering both endurance and vertical capabilities. 
    
  • Tilting Rotors: Some designs use tilting rotors to facilitate the transition from vertical to horizontal flight. 
    
• Applications:
  eVTOLs are envisioned as a key technology for urban air mobility, enabling faster and more convenient transportation in congested areas.