Greased Lightning-10 aircraft technology
Question
What is 'Greased Lightning-10 (GL-10)', recently in the news?
Options
Electric plane tested by NASA
Solar-powered two-seater aircraft designed by Japan
Space observatory launched by China
Reusable rocket designed by ISRO
Explanation
Greased Lightning-10 (GL-10) is an experimental electric aircraft that was tested by NASA. It is a prototype of an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft designed to demonstrate advanced aeronautical technologies for quieter, more energy-efficient aircraft. NASA conducted flight tests of this vehicle to explore future possibilities in aviation technology. Option b refers to solar-powered aircraft (like Solar Impulse), which is different from GL-10. Option c and d refer to space technology and rockets, not aircraft. GL-10 was specifically mentioned in news reports related to NASA's experimental aviation projects in 2015-2016.
Question details
Year
2016
Paper
GS Paper 1
Question
Q47
Subject
Science & Technology
Sub-topic
Aviation Technology
Type
Factual single
Difficulty
Easy
Nature
Current-affairs-linked
Source hint
Current Affairs 2015-2016 - Science
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