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Greased Lightning-10 aircraft technology

S&TAviation TechnologyFactual singleEasyCurrent-affairs-linked

Question

What is 'Greased Lightning-10 (GL-10)', recently in the news?

Options

a

Electric plane tested by NASA

Answer
b

Solar-powered two-seater aircraft designed by Japan

c

Space observatory launched by China

d

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.

GL-10 represented NASA's vision for quiet, efficient electric aircraft that could transform urban and regional aviation.

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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