Imagine a future where personal air travel revolutionizes urban transportation. “Flying Car Technology” explores this rapidly developing field, examining whether flying cars are a futuristic fantasy or a practical solution. The book dissects the core technologies driving this vision, including advanced propulsion systems enabling electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft and autonomous navigation systems promising safer, more accessible air travel. One intriguing fact is the convergence of breakthroughs in materials science and AI, creating a viable path for widespread adoption. The book also scrutinizes safety protocols and redundancies, addressing concerns about malfunctions and air traffic management. This book traces the evolution of personal air transport, highlighting the challenges engineers have faced and the progress made. It differentiates itself by adopting an objective, fact-based approach, offering a balanced assessment of both the opportunities and challenges. It is structured in three parts: fundamental principles, engineering challenges of eVTOL aircraft, and the infrastructure, regulatory, and societal implications. The culmination explores practical applications for flying cars, including urban air mobility and emergency response. It is valuable for students, engineers, policymakers, and anyone interested in the future of transportation.
