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gaming1 year ago

"Forever Skies: Sci-Fi Survival Adventure Exclusive to PS5 Console"

Sci-fi survival adventure game Forever Skies will debut as a PlayStation 5 console exclusive alongside its PC release later in 2024, featuring airships and co-op gameplay. Developer Far From Home has been working with Sony for years and plans to continue early access development on Steam, with upcoming updates including new story chapters, locations, equipment, and airship gardening systems. The game has received positive feedback and anticipation from players.

via Eurogamer.net|
#airships#early-access#exclusive
technology2 years ago

"Google Co-founder Backs World's Largest Airship: Massive 400ft Aircraft Unveiled"

The world's largest airship, Pathfinder 1, has been unveiled for flight tests. Backed by Google co-founder Sergey Brin, the 400-ft-long blimp uses helium and 12 electric motors for vertical take-off and speeds of up to 75mph. Created by LTA Research, the airship aims to reduce the carbon footprint of air travel and shipping. While the Hindenburg disaster in 1937 involved flammable hydrogen, the Pathfinder 1 uses safe helium stored in 13 airbags. The blimp is currently restricted to hovering a few feet off the ground but is being tested for higher altitudes and longer distances. LTA Research is also working on an even larger aircraft called the Pathfinder 3.

via Daily Mail|
#airships#aviation#lta-research
technology2 years ago

Giant Airship Takes Flight at Moffett Field, Defying Hindenburg Comparisons

Google co-founder Sergey Brin's startup, LTA Research, has received FAA clearance to begin test flights of its massive airship prototype, the Pathfinder-1. Filled with non-flammable helium, the airship aims to transport cargo efficiently and cleanly, potentially helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the aviation industry. LTA plans to use the airship for humanitarian missions as well. The testing process will take place in California before moving to Akron, Ohio, where LTA will establish its manufacturing center and develop a larger airship, the Pathfinder-3. While not intended to replace airplanes, LTA's airships could contribute to a more sustainable aviation industry.

via Big Think|
#airships#aviation#greenhouse-gas-emissions