Frequently Asked Questions
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General Questions about Desfranches-Motors:
Desfranches-Motors is a company developing non-chemical battery-electric transportation solutions for automobiles, boats, and airplanes, with a focus on zero-emission technology.
Desfranches-Motors focuses on clean, zero-emission transportation across the automotive, aviation, and marine sectors.
The company utilizes electromechanical batteries paired with compressed air systems instead of traditional lithium-ion or hydrogen-powered engines, providing a safer, more efficient, and sustainable energy solution.
Yes, Desfranches-Motors is registered in Florida, USA.
Technology:
An electromechanical battery is a device that converts and stores energy using mechanical processes rather than chemical reactions, offering advantages in safety, durability, and environmental impact.
The maintenance requirements are significantly lower compared to traditional chemical batteries, as our system is designed for durability and efficiency, minimizing the need for frequent servicing.
The compressed air system powers the electromechanical battery by rotating it to generate electricity. The battery can be recharged rapidly and efficiently using compressed air.
Electromechanical batteries are safer, avoid hazardous chemical processes, charge faster, have a lower environmental impact, and eliminate the risks associated with hydrogen flammability and lithium overheating.
Our technology has been rigorously tested and validated by independent engineers, ensuring its reliability and performance.
Automotive Applications:
A full recharge of the electromechanical battery can be achieved in just 10 minutes.
A vehicle powered by the non-chemical battery technology can achieve a range of up to 315 miles on a single charge.
The electromechanical battery system allows for faster charging times, and extended range, and eliminates the environmental and safety concerns associated with lithium-ion batteries.
The system is designed to be adaptable to various types of electric vehicles, though retrofitting existing vehicles would depend on specific design compatibility.
Yes, the system includes regenerative braking, which enhances energy efficiency by capturing energy during braking.
Marine Applications:
Yes, the non-chemical battery system is well-suited for marine applications, offering zero emissions and eliminating the risks associated with lithium batteries in aquatic environments.
The system provides continuous power, and fast recharging, and reduces environmental risks posed by lithium-ion batteries in marine settings.
Aviation Applications:
Desfranches-Motors is converting a Piper Navajo Chieftain airplane into a fully electric vehicle using their non-chemical battery technology, demonstrating the viability of this technology in aviation.
The technology offers increased safety, reduced environmental impact, faster recharging times, and eliminates the need for lithium or hydrogen, making it ideal for aviation.
The system uses lightweight carbon fiber batteries and compressed air systems to provide efficient, safe, and zero-emission power for long-haul flights.
The specifics of the flight range are under study, but the system is designed to optimize energy efficiency for extended flight durations.
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