AirShip Technologies Group developed the AirShip VTOL UAV Transformer, which can both fly long distances and drive on roads or rough terrain. They won an award for their AirShip Endurance V5 prototype. The company focuses on designing, building, and testing dual-use VTOL drones for applications such as military transport, surveillance, and search and rescue. They partner with universities on research and developing job skills in high-tech fields.
This document provides information about a quadcopter drone project completed by four students. It includes a certificate of completion, table of contents, and chapters covering the quadcopter materials and design. The main components discussed are the frame, KK2.1.5 circuit board, DC brushless motors, electronic speed controls, Li-Po battery, remote control, and receiver. The document provides details on the purpose and functioning of these various components that make up the quadcopter.
This document summarizes the implementation of a quadcopter with live video monitoring. It discusses the structure of the quadcopter, including its mechanical and electronic components. It also describes the SolidWorks design, MATLAB simulation, control theory using PID controllers, and sensor fusion techniques. The goal is to develop a stable quadcopter that can be flown wirelessly from a distance while transmitting live video footage. Future work may focus on more complex autonomous flight routines and swarm coordination.
Phantom 4 was released in 2016, this iconic drone is still respected for its durability, fast flight speeds, crispy 4k footage, and motors that give it increased stability in less than ideal conditions. Take a look inside of a DJI Phantom 4 to see how all the components work together to make this drone stay airborne.
SOFTWARE-DEFINED SUCCESS: THE NEXT GENERATION OF AUTOMOTIVE LIDARiQHub
The document discusses AEye's 4Sight software defined lidar solution, which uses a bistatic system architecture to enable programmable scanning capabilities. This allows for customized scan patterns based on use cases. AEye's business model involves licensing agreements with automotive tier-1 suppliers to develop lidar products for advanced driver assistance systems and autonomous vehicles. AEye has partnered with Continental to define requirements and develop vehicle-specific lidar products for automotive and industrial applications.
1. History of UAVs
2. Drone Market
3. Drone Applications
4. How Quadcopters Work
5. Quad-copter Components
6. Learning to Fly a Drone
Created on Jan 26 2016, Shared on Dec 11 2018.
The document discusses the black box, which consists of the flight data recorder (FDR) and cockpit voice recorder (CVR). It provides a brief history, explaining the first FDR prototype was created in 1956. It describes the construction of black boxes, including their heat-resistant red paint and mounting in the aircraft's tail section. The inside contains the FDR, which records aircraft performance parameters, and the CVR, which records audio from the cockpit. Black boxes use magnetic tapes or solid state technology to store data. They aid in accident investigations by providing audio and data to help determine causes.
This power point presentation summarizes the key components and functioning of a quadcopter drone. It describes the main parts which include four brushless motors, electronic speed controllers, a CC3D flight controller, Li-Po battery, power distribution board, and transmitter and receiver. The presentation discusses the advantages of quadcopters like stability, flexibility for indoor use, and ability to enter any environment without a pilot. Applications mentioned include use in agriculture, delivery services, military, videography, and civil purposes. Disadvantages include hardware complexity, short flight duration, and need for frequent battery replacement.
This document provides information about a quadcopter drone project completed by four students. It includes a certificate of completion, table of contents, and chapters covering the quadcopter materials and design. The main components discussed are the frame, KK2.1.5 circuit board, DC brushless motors, electronic speed controls, Li-Po battery, remote control, and receiver. The document provides details on the purpose and functioning of these various components that make up the quadcopter.
This document summarizes the implementation of a quadcopter with live video monitoring. It discusses the structure of the quadcopter, including its mechanical and electronic components. It also describes the SolidWorks design, MATLAB simulation, control theory using PID controllers, and sensor fusion techniques. The goal is to develop a stable quadcopter that can be flown wirelessly from a distance while transmitting live video footage. Future work may focus on more complex autonomous flight routines and swarm coordination.
Phantom 4 was released in 2016, this iconic drone is still respected for its durability, fast flight speeds, crispy 4k footage, and motors that give it increased stability in less than ideal conditions. Take a look inside of a DJI Phantom 4 to see how all the components work together to make this drone stay airborne.
SOFTWARE-DEFINED SUCCESS: THE NEXT GENERATION OF AUTOMOTIVE LIDARiQHub
The document discusses AEye's 4Sight software defined lidar solution, which uses a bistatic system architecture to enable programmable scanning capabilities. This allows for customized scan patterns based on use cases. AEye's business model involves licensing agreements with automotive tier-1 suppliers to develop lidar products for advanced driver assistance systems and autonomous vehicles. AEye has partnered with Continental to define requirements and develop vehicle-specific lidar products for automotive and industrial applications.
1. History of UAVs
2. Drone Market
3. Drone Applications
4. How Quadcopters Work
5. Quad-copter Components
6. Learning to Fly a Drone
Created on Jan 26 2016, Shared on Dec 11 2018.
The document discusses the black box, which consists of the flight data recorder (FDR) and cockpit voice recorder (CVR). It provides a brief history, explaining the first FDR prototype was created in 1956. It describes the construction of black boxes, including their heat-resistant red paint and mounting in the aircraft's tail section. The inside contains the FDR, which records aircraft performance parameters, and the CVR, which records audio from the cockpit. Black boxes use magnetic tapes or solid state technology to store data. They aid in accident investigations by providing audio and data to help determine causes.
This power point presentation summarizes the key components and functioning of a quadcopter drone. It describes the main parts which include four brushless motors, electronic speed controllers, a CC3D flight controller, Li-Po battery, power distribution board, and transmitter and receiver. The presentation discusses the advantages of quadcopters like stability, flexibility for indoor use, and ability to enter any environment without a pilot. Applications mentioned include use in agriculture, delivery services, military, videography, and civil purposes. Disadvantages include hardware complexity, short flight duration, and need for frequent battery replacement.
Civil aviation has, traditionally, been based on the notion of a pilot operating the aircraft from within the aircraft itself and more often than not with passengers on board. Rapid technological innovations have enabled pilotless aircraft which can be designed for specific applications that require precision or long duration which have been considered near impossible hitherto.
These aircraft also enable applications considered dull, dirty or dangerous, in other words, tasks that entail monotony or hazard for the pilot of a manned aircraft. Such pilotless aircraft make use of a ground-based or pre-programmed automatic controllers to manoeuvre the aircraft in flight and are generally termed as drones, although a better term is Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).
Traditionally, drones had been limited to military use due to high costs and technical sophistication. However, there is a far broader scope for UAS use, including, inter alia, commercial, scientific and security applications. These potential applications have driven innovations in UAS technology; especially in areas of control, navigation and energy storage; which have provided consumers with suitably small-sized cutting-edge products that are easy to operate and maintain at affordable prices. Today, due to economies of scale, consumers can purchase drones for less than a thousand rupees. Even sophisticated drones with advanced cameras and sensors are available for under fifty thousand rupees. Large aircraft manufacturers such as Boeing and Airbus, on the other hand, are investing billions of dollars in building pilotless aircraft that are regarded safe enough for passenger long-distance intercontinental trips.
The main goal of building a Concept of Operations for India on the way to a thriving drone ecosystem in India was to allow consistent policymaking that would guide technological standards in the near future. We intend to establish a discussion with stakeholders and continue to improve our vision by holding Open House Sessions.
Guiding Principles, Specs, Key Resources: https://sayandeep-ai.github.io/pushpaka/work-items/i01/
Entire Playlist of the Open House Recordings: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9dBcOUIsjz8FNN_FesZiD2WlFAQW-I01
This document discusses the history and concepts of robotics. It begins by defining robotics as the design, construction, and operation of robots. Robots are man-made machines that can perform tasks autonomously or according to programmed instructions. The document then discusses the laws of robotics proposed by Isaac Asimov, which aim to ensure robots do not harm humans. It outlines the requirements, components, tasks, and future prospects of robotics, noting robots will increasingly perform dangerous, repetitive, precise, and caring jobs. The future of robotics includes household, medical, military, and nanoscale robots.
The document discusses the black box, which consists of the flight data recorder (FDR) and cockpit voice recorder (CVR). The FDR records parameters like time, pressure, speed, and the positions of controls. The CVR records audio from the cockpit for investigating accidents. Black boxes originally used magnetic tapes but now use more advanced solid state technology allowing for longer recording durations. Their recorders are powered by the plane's engines and contain underwater locator beacons to help with recovery after crashes. Black boxes provide vital information for investigating aviation accidents and improving safety.
A quadcopter is a multirotor helicopter that is lifted and propelled by four rotors. It uses two pairs of counter-rotating propellers to generate lift and control movement. The key components of a quadcopter include the frame, four propellers, four electric motors, an electronic speed controller, batteries, a flight controller, and a radio transmitter and receiver. Quadcopters have applications in areas like 3D mapping, search and rescue operations, farming, environmental monitoring, and event photography. Their advantages include smaller rotors, reduced damage risk, easier construction, and lower costs compared to helicopters. However, their limitations include restricted battery life and potential vulnerability if hacked or taken over.
Drones are unmanned aerial vehicles that can fly autonomously or be piloted remotely, carrying payloads but no human. The US drone industry is an $82 billion market and will grow to 10% of aviation by 2025. Regulations require drones under 55 lbs to fly below 400 ft and within 5 miles of an airport with FAA authorization. Violations can result in fines up to $250k or imprisonment.
This Presentation describes about the concept of self driving car with uses of different technology. This presentation will be helpful for those who want to know about new technology and will also be helpful for those who want to give seminar in technical college.
This document provides an overview of drones, including their history, types, applications, advantages, and limitations. It discusses the various types of drones categorized by number of rotors (single rotor, tri-copter, quadcopter, etc.), size (very small, mini, medium, large), range (very close, close, short, mid-range, endurance), and equipment (camera, FPV, GPS, stabilizer). The document outlines key applications of drones such as search and rescue, security, inspections, surveillance, science/research, and cargo delivery. It also discusses the advantages of drones being disposable, creating jobs, and boosting productivity, and the limitations including privacy issues, collisions, and
Under the guidance of Mr. Darshankumar Billur, the document discusses the history and classification of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). It provides details on the different elements of UAV systems, including the airframe, propulsion, payload and ground control systems. A case study is presented on the Predator C Avenger UAV, covering its specifications and capabilities. Advantages of UAVs include reduced risks and longer flight times compared to manned aircraft, while disadvantages include higher costs and limited abilities. Applications discussed include remote sensing, surveillance, transport, search and rescue, and armed attacks.
The document discusses drones/unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), including definitions, examples of drones in use today, and their applications. Some key points are:
- Drones are powered, aerial vehicles that can fly autonomously or be piloted remotely, and can carry payloads like weapons or cameras.
- Common drones include the Solar Eagle, Puma AE, Predator, Nano, Hummingbird, and quadcopters.
- Drones are used commercially, by governments/research, and as hobbies for purposes like surveillance, mapping, search and rescue, and delivery.
- Regulations in India require drones to fly below 400 feet and only during daylight hours to avoid disturbing
Drones, Drones in India, Rules for Flying a Drone in India (Regulatory Policies), Drone Categories in India, Drone Policies of Government of India, Draft Drone Policy 2.0, Salient Features of Draft Drone Policy 2.0
This document describes the design of a flying spy robot. It lists the objectives as minimizing human casualties from terrorist attacks by using the robot for military, restaurant, hotel, and spy purposes. It can monitor enemy areas remotely using a wireless camera. The document discusses the requirements for and parts of the robot, including sensors, a controller, motors, wings, a power system, and a base. It also provides block diagrams and discusses applications in hazardous environments, defense, security, and anti-terrorism. The conclusion states that such robots could help avoid terrorist disasters and ensure security.
Self-driving cars can navigate without human input using sensors to detect their environment. They can steer autonomously, avoid obstacles, and obey speed limits. Early concepts date back to Leonardo Da Vinci but significant advances include cruise control in the 1940s and adding cameras/computers to detect objects in the 1980s. Modern versions use technologies like lasers, cameras, radars, and ultrasonics along with GPS and highly detailed maps to locate themselves and monitor surroundings. Potential benefits include fewer accidents, reduced injuries, less traffic and fuel used, and lower transportation costs.
This document summarizes a student project presentation on a quadcopter drone. It includes an introduction to quadcopters, the basic materials required including circuit boards, motors, batteries, and transmitters. It then explains the working principle of how quadcopters fly through control of motor speed and direction. Diagrams of the circuit board, components, and quadcopter layout are displayed. Applications such as photography, delivery, and military use are listed. Both advantages like surveillance and disaster response, and disadvantages like privacy concerns are discussed.
Device used to measure or maintain orientation
Works on the principals of angular momentum
Initial axis of rotation is conserved
Consists of a spinning mass on an axel
The document discusses several technologies expected to be implemented in autonomous vehicles by 2020, including vehicle-to-vehicle communication allowing cars to share information to avoid accidents, augmented reality windshields displaying information about surrounding locations, energy-storing body panels to improve battery efficiency, and personalized presets tailored to individual drivers. While autonomous vehicles may reduce accidents and traffic and increase accessibility, challenges include liability issues, reluctance to give up control, software reliability, and the need to establish legal frameworks for regulation. Public opinion surveys show growing acceptance of self-driving car technology, with some major automakers expecting to offer fully autonomous vehicles by 2020.
This document discusses aircraft flight control systems. It describes the primary, secondary, and auxiliary flight controls, including the elevator, aileron, and rudder control systems, as well as secondary controls like trim tabs and auxiliary controls like flaps. It also provides details on how the autopilot system works, noting that it uses sensors, a gyroscope, and actuators to automatically control the aircraft without pilot input. The autopilot takes over complete control of the aircraft from take-off to landing.
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), or drones, are aircraft without human pilots that can be controlled autonomously or remotely. UAV development began in the early 20th century for military purposes but has since expanded for both civilian and military uses. UAVs have several subsystems including communications, navigation, monitoring, and collision avoidance. While UAVs cannot fully replace manned aircraft, they are increasingly used for missions involving risks to human life like surveillance, transportation, and search and rescue. Advantages of UAVs include reduced risks to human operators, while disadvantages include potential risks to civilian safety and privacy concerns.
Textron Inc. at Vertical Research Partners Industrial ConferenceTextronCorp
Frank Connor, EVP & CFO of Textron, presented at the VRP Industrials Conference. The presentation included: an overview of Textron's business segments and 2013 revenues; a discussion of new product investments and acquisitions across segments; and forward-looking statements noting risks and uncertainties that could impact projections.
Civil aviation has, traditionally, been based on the notion of a pilot operating the aircraft from within the aircraft itself and more often than not with passengers on board. Rapid technological innovations have enabled pilotless aircraft which can be designed for specific applications that require precision or long duration which have been considered near impossible hitherto.
These aircraft also enable applications considered dull, dirty or dangerous, in other words, tasks that entail monotony or hazard for the pilot of a manned aircraft. Such pilotless aircraft make use of a ground-based or pre-programmed automatic controllers to manoeuvre the aircraft in flight and are generally termed as drones, although a better term is Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).
Traditionally, drones had been limited to military use due to high costs and technical sophistication. However, there is a far broader scope for UAS use, including, inter alia, commercial, scientific and security applications. These potential applications have driven innovations in UAS technology; especially in areas of control, navigation and energy storage; which have provided consumers with suitably small-sized cutting-edge products that are easy to operate and maintain at affordable prices. Today, due to economies of scale, consumers can purchase drones for less than a thousand rupees. Even sophisticated drones with advanced cameras and sensors are available for under fifty thousand rupees. Large aircraft manufacturers such as Boeing and Airbus, on the other hand, are investing billions of dollars in building pilotless aircraft that are regarded safe enough for passenger long-distance intercontinental trips.
The main goal of building a Concept of Operations for India on the way to a thriving drone ecosystem in India was to allow consistent policymaking that would guide technological standards in the near future. We intend to establish a discussion with stakeholders and continue to improve our vision by holding Open House Sessions.
Guiding Principles, Specs, Key Resources: https://sayandeep-ai.github.io/pushpaka/work-items/i01/
Entire Playlist of the Open House Recordings: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9dBcOUIsjz8FNN_FesZiD2WlFAQW-I01
This document discusses the history and concepts of robotics. It begins by defining robotics as the design, construction, and operation of robots. Robots are man-made machines that can perform tasks autonomously or according to programmed instructions. The document then discusses the laws of robotics proposed by Isaac Asimov, which aim to ensure robots do not harm humans. It outlines the requirements, components, tasks, and future prospects of robotics, noting robots will increasingly perform dangerous, repetitive, precise, and caring jobs. The future of robotics includes household, medical, military, and nanoscale robots.
The document discusses the black box, which consists of the flight data recorder (FDR) and cockpit voice recorder (CVR). The FDR records parameters like time, pressure, speed, and the positions of controls. The CVR records audio from the cockpit for investigating accidents. Black boxes originally used magnetic tapes but now use more advanced solid state technology allowing for longer recording durations. Their recorders are powered by the plane's engines and contain underwater locator beacons to help with recovery after crashes. Black boxes provide vital information for investigating aviation accidents and improving safety.
A quadcopter is a multirotor helicopter that is lifted and propelled by four rotors. It uses two pairs of counter-rotating propellers to generate lift and control movement. The key components of a quadcopter include the frame, four propellers, four electric motors, an electronic speed controller, batteries, a flight controller, and a radio transmitter and receiver. Quadcopters have applications in areas like 3D mapping, search and rescue operations, farming, environmental monitoring, and event photography. Their advantages include smaller rotors, reduced damage risk, easier construction, and lower costs compared to helicopters. However, their limitations include restricted battery life and potential vulnerability if hacked or taken over.
Drones are unmanned aerial vehicles that can fly autonomously or be piloted remotely, carrying payloads but no human. The US drone industry is an $82 billion market and will grow to 10% of aviation by 2025. Regulations require drones under 55 lbs to fly below 400 ft and within 5 miles of an airport with FAA authorization. Violations can result in fines up to $250k or imprisonment.
This Presentation describes about the concept of self driving car with uses of different technology. This presentation will be helpful for those who want to know about new technology and will also be helpful for those who want to give seminar in technical college.
This document provides an overview of drones, including their history, types, applications, advantages, and limitations. It discusses the various types of drones categorized by number of rotors (single rotor, tri-copter, quadcopter, etc.), size (very small, mini, medium, large), range (very close, close, short, mid-range, endurance), and equipment (camera, FPV, GPS, stabilizer). The document outlines key applications of drones such as search and rescue, security, inspections, surveillance, science/research, and cargo delivery. It also discusses the advantages of drones being disposable, creating jobs, and boosting productivity, and the limitations including privacy issues, collisions, and
Under the guidance of Mr. Darshankumar Billur, the document discusses the history and classification of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). It provides details on the different elements of UAV systems, including the airframe, propulsion, payload and ground control systems. A case study is presented on the Predator C Avenger UAV, covering its specifications and capabilities. Advantages of UAVs include reduced risks and longer flight times compared to manned aircraft, while disadvantages include higher costs and limited abilities. Applications discussed include remote sensing, surveillance, transport, search and rescue, and armed attacks.
The document discusses drones/unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), including definitions, examples of drones in use today, and their applications. Some key points are:
- Drones are powered, aerial vehicles that can fly autonomously or be piloted remotely, and can carry payloads like weapons or cameras.
- Common drones include the Solar Eagle, Puma AE, Predator, Nano, Hummingbird, and quadcopters.
- Drones are used commercially, by governments/research, and as hobbies for purposes like surveillance, mapping, search and rescue, and delivery.
- Regulations in India require drones to fly below 400 feet and only during daylight hours to avoid disturbing
Drones, Drones in India, Rules for Flying a Drone in India (Regulatory Policies), Drone Categories in India, Drone Policies of Government of India, Draft Drone Policy 2.0, Salient Features of Draft Drone Policy 2.0
This document describes the design of a flying spy robot. It lists the objectives as minimizing human casualties from terrorist attacks by using the robot for military, restaurant, hotel, and spy purposes. It can monitor enemy areas remotely using a wireless camera. The document discusses the requirements for and parts of the robot, including sensors, a controller, motors, wings, a power system, and a base. It also provides block diagrams and discusses applications in hazardous environments, defense, security, and anti-terrorism. The conclusion states that such robots could help avoid terrorist disasters and ensure security.
Self-driving cars can navigate without human input using sensors to detect their environment. They can steer autonomously, avoid obstacles, and obey speed limits. Early concepts date back to Leonardo Da Vinci but significant advances include cruise control in the 1940s and adding cameras/computers to detect objects in the 1980s. Modern versions use technologies like lasers, cameras, radars, and ultrasonics along with GPS and highly detailed maps to locate themselves and monitor surroundings. Potential benefits include fewer accidents, reduced injuries, less traffic and fuel used, and lower transportation costs.
This document summarizes a student project presentation on a quadcopter drone. It includes an introduction to quadcopters, the basic materials required including circuit boards, motors, batteries, and transmitters. It then explains the working principle of how quadcopters fly through control of motor speed and direction. Diagrams of the circuit board, components, and quadcopter layout are displayed. Applications such as photography, delivery, and military use are listed. Both advantages like surveillance and disaster response, and disadvantages like privacy concerns are discussed.
Device used to measure or maintain orientation
Works on the principals of angular momentum
Initial axis of rotation is conserved
Consists of a spinning mass on an axel
The document discusses several technologies expected to be implemented in autonomous vehicles by 2020, including vehicle-to-vehicle communication allowing cars to share information to avoid accidents, augmented reality windshields displaying information about surrounding locations, energy-storing body panels to improve battery efficiency, and personalized presets tailored to individual drivers. While autonomous vehicles may reduce accidents and traffic and increase accessibility, challenges include liability issues, reluctance to give up control, software reliability, and the need to establish legal frameworks for regulation. Public opinion surveys show growing acceptance of self-driving car technology, with some major automakers expecting to offer fully autonomous vehicles by 2020.
This document discusses aircraft flight control systems. It describes the primary, secondary, and auxiliary flight controls, including the elevator, aileron, and rudder control systems, as well as secondary controls like trim tabs and auxiliary controls like flaps. It also provides details on how the autopilot system works, noting that it uses sensors, a gyroscope, and actuators to automatically control the aircraft without pilot input. The autopilot takes over complete control of the aircraft from take-off to landing.
Unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), or drones, are aircraft without human pilots that can be controlled autonomously or remotely. UAV development began in the early 20th century for military purposes but has since expanded for both civilian and military uses. UAVs have several subsystems including communications, navigation, monitoring, and collision avoidance. While UAVs cannot fully replace manned aircraft, they are increasingly used for missions involving risks to human life like surveillance, transportation, and search and rescue. Advantages of UAVs include reduced risks to human operators, while disadvantages include potential risks to civilian safety and privacy concerns.
Textron Inc. at Vertical Research Partners Industrial ConferenceTextronCorp
Frank Connor, EVP & CFO of Textron, presented at the VRP Industrials Conference. The presentation included: an overview of Textron's business segments and 2013 revenues; a discussion of new product investments and acquisitions across segments; and forward-looking statements noting risks and uncertainties that could impact projections.
Doug Wilburne presented at the Bank of America Merrill Lynch Global Industrials & EU Autos Conference on March 15, 2016. He discussed Textron's commitment to future growth through investing organically and acquisitions. Key financial highlights included revenue down 3.3% but segment profit up 3.4% and EPS up 17.4%. Textron has capital available for value-creating acquisitions and opportunistic share buybacks.
The document describes a new vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) architecture being developed by VTOL Technologies that is well-suited for urban, mountainous, and maritime environments. The flying wing design with four thrust-vectoring propulsion units offers high payload capacity, endurance, and safety advantages over fixed-wing and rotorcraft UAVs. It can operate in tight spaces and recover from ships, withstanding gusts better than other designs. The unique VTOL system could enable applications like security for the 2012 London Olympics.
The document provides an overview of Textron Inc.'s business segments and strategies for future growth. It discusses Textron Aviation, Industrial, Bell, Systems, and Finance segments. It highlights new product investments and acquisitions to expand globally and pursue growth opportunities in aircraft, helicopters, defense, and finance. The presentation ends with forward-looking statements and risk factor disclosures.
This document summarizes Textron's presentation at the 2015 Wells Fargo Industrial and Construction Conference. It discusses Textron's revenues, investments in new products, and financial highlights from 2014. Textron is investing to grow its aviation, industrial, and defense businesses organically and through acquisitions. New products discussed include the Cessna Citation Latitude jet, Bell 525 helicopter, and Scorpion aircraft. The presentation also reviews financial metrics and individual business segments.
This document summarizes the design and testing of an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) built by students to survey farmland by taking aerial images and recording GPS coordinates. The students followed an engineering design process, beginning with brainstorming how to survey large areas of rough terrain. They researched UAV types and flight principles and designed a flying wing platform suited for autonomous flight, first-person viewing, and ease of use. A quality function deployment analysis supported this design. The UAV was constructed of expanded polypropylene foam and tested through several flights. High definition video and images captured during test flights over a banana crop provided a valuable aerial view for monitoring the farm.
Morgan Stanley 2nd Annual Laguna ConferenceTextronCorp
Textron provides an overview of its business segments and growth strategies. It discusses new product investments across aircraft, industrial, and defense segments. These include the Citation Latitude, Bell 505 and 525 helicopters, and the V-280 Valor tiltrotor technology demonstrator. Textron aims to grow organically and through acquisitions while executing on programs like the H-1 helicopter, V-22 Osprey, and Scorpion unmanned aircraft. Financial results are discussed briefly and forward-looking statements are provided.
Ted Bouchier has over 30 years of experience in the aerospace industry, currently serving as the Manager of Field Operations at United Technologies where he oversees technical support for landing gear and wheel/brake divisions globally. In this role, he develops specialized tooling, trains technicians, and ensures customer satisfaction through leadership and relationship building. His background also includes experience as a machinist, assembler, and technical instructor for various aircraft landing gear systems.
Landing gear is a critical subsystem of aircraft that must meet challenges of low weight and volume and high performance while withstanding high loads during landing. The document discusses the design and development process for landing gear, including concept design, preliminary design, detailed design, analysis, testing, and manufacturing. Advanced technologies help address challenges through tools for analysis, simulation, and digital prototyping and use of advanced materials.
Symvionics is an engineering and technical services company that has been in business for over 24 years. It provides a range of services including systems engineering, software engineering, hardware engineering, modeling and simulation, training systems, and flight test engineering. Symvionics has a diverse customer base that includes various branches of the military as well as NASA, commercial companies, and prime contractors. It prides itself on proven performance, a breadth of experience across contracts, and a commitment to customer satisfaction.
This document provides a conceptual design for an unmanned aerial system called High Voltage to compete in the Airbus Cargo Drone Challenge. The design uses a twin-boom inverted V-tail configuration optimized for safety, reliability, ease of maintenance and high turnaround rate. Key features include vertical takeoff and landing capability using 8 motors, a parachute recovery system, modular battery and payload compartments, and extensive use of composites. The design was selected after evaluating configurations based on figures of merit prioritizing safety, maintenance costs, and profitability to enable widespread commercial adoption.
This document provides an overview of Textron Inc.'s business segments and strategy. It summarizes that Textron has leading brands across aircraft, defense, industrial and finance. It is investing in new product development and focusing on international expansion to drive growth. The document also notes that some statements are forward-looking and are subject to risks and uncertainties.
Textron Inc. at Goldman Sachs Industrials ConferenceTextronCorp
This document summarizes Frank Connor's presentation at the Goldman Sachs Industrials Conference. It discusses Textron's strategy of investing in new products and acquisitions to drive future growth across its business segments, which include aviation, industrial, and defense. Key points covered include new aircraft and helicopter models in development at Bell and Cessna, and unmanned systems and weapons programs at Textron Systems. The presentation also highlights Textron's focus on international expansion and improving profitability through operational excellence.
Unmanned Little Bird Testing Approach - AHS Tech Specists Meeting Jan 2009Mark Hardesty
The document summarizes the Unmanned Little Bird (ULB) program approach. The ULB program leveraged an existing aircraft design, the MD 530F helicopter, to create a full-size unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) for testing new technologies with minimal risk. The first ULB flight occurred in September 2004 and demonstrated fully autonomous flight six weeks later. Over 576 flight hours of testing have helped advance UAV subsystem development and operational concepts. The ULB approach of reusing an existing airframe provides a cost-effective way to develop and qualify new technologies for VTOL UAVs.
Vertical Research Partners held an industrial conference on September 10, 2015. Frank Connor, EVP & CFO of Textron, discussed Textron's leading industrial businesses which include Bell, Textron Aviation, and Textron Systems. Bell introduced its new Bell 525 "Relentless" helicopter and the Bell 505 "Jet Ranger X". Textron Aviation highlighted new aircraft like the Cessna Citation Latitude and Scorpion ISR/Strike aircraft. Textron Systems focuses on unmanned systems, marine & land systems, and weapons & sensors.
Textron Inc. at Citi 2014 Industrials Conference PresentationTextronCorp
- Textron provides an overview of its business segments which generated $12.1 billion in revenue in 2013. Its key segments include Bell, Cessna Aircraft, and Textron Systems.
- It discusses new product investments across its segments to drive growth, including the Citation Latitude jet, Scorpion aircraft, and Bell 525 helicopter.
- Textron highlights its focus on international expansion, acquisitions, and commitment to new product development to support its future growth.
This document provides an overview and summary of Textron's Investor Day presentation from May 15, 2014. It discusses Textron's strategy of investing for future organic growth and acquisitions. It summarizes Textron's business segments and brands, including Bell Helicopter, Textron Aviation, and Textron Systems. New products are highlighted across various business units. International growth and financial metrics are also discussed. The document concludes with forward-looking statements and risks that could impact projections.
Skyworks is developing gyroplane and gyrodyne technology that uses sustained autorotative flight, allowing for vertical takeoff and landing without needing runways. Their aircraft have fewer moving parts than helicopters, making them simpler, safer, and more reliable. Skyworks' technology could disrupt transportation by enabling aircraft to operate from more locations like city centers, farmers' fields, and smaller airports.
The document provides information about UMS Group, a company that provides unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and services. It describes UMS's organizational structure and leadership, various UAS products like the F-330, F-720, and R-350, key system components, and training courses. UMS offers a range of fixed-wing and VTOL UAS, along with data links, avionics, flight control systems, and ground control stations. It also discusses UMS's process for UAS business development projects.
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In the rapidly evolving landscape of technologies, XML continues to play a vital role in structuring, storing, and transporting data across diverse systems. The recent advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) present new methodologies for enhancing XML development workflows, introducing efficiency, automation, and intelligent capabilities. This presentation will outline the scope and perspective of utilizing AI in XML development. The potential benefits and the possible pitfalls will be highlighted, providing a balanced view of the subject.
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Further emphasis will be placed on the role of AI in developing XSLT, or schemas such as XSD and Schematron. We will address the techniques and strategies adopted to create prompts for generating code, explaining code, or refactoring the code, and the results achieved.
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Test Automation with generative AI and Open AI.
UiPath integration with generative AI
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1. AirShip Technologies Group 1
Value Proposition
Phase 1 – Vehicle design and preliminary prototype analysis of endurance trade-offs
Phase 2 – Verification of flight control (theory, simulation, and VTOL UAV demonstration)
AirShip VTOL UAV Transformer
Long Endurance Vertical Takeoff and Landing
Benjamin.Berry@comcast.net 503 320-1175
www.AirShipTG.org
Reinvent the Future!
Phase 3 – Dual-Use Commercialization and Certification
2. AirShip Wins Linus Pauling
Award
AirShip Technologies Group won the Win2011 Linus Pauling Innovative Company of the Year award with their entry of the AirShip VTOL
UAV Transformer known as “AirShip Endurance V5.” Fellow innovators from around the Pacific NW region met at the Willamette
Innovators Summit for an evening of networking and collaboration. Cutting-edge research, commercialization efforts from Oregon State
University and exhibits from over 50 leading businesses were represented within the area. The event featured industry leading speakers
and success stories from the region’s star entrepreneurs. Ben Berry, CEO of AirShip Technologies Group, demonstrated the prototype
AirShip VTOL UAV. November 10, 2011
3. 16.0
60.0
Span (Inches) at Rest
60.0
108.0
Span (Inches) at Flight
8
Tip Chord (Inches (trap)
0.366
0.228
Taper Ratio (trap)
1.708
6.865
Aspect Ratio (gross)
207.4
1,128.0
Area (Sq. Inches) (gross)
V-WING TAIL
WING
AIR/VEHICLE Critical
Dimensions
16.0
60.0
Span (Inches) at Rest
60.0
108.0
Span (Inches) at Flight
8
Tip Chord (Inches (trap)
0.366
0.228
Taper Ratio (trap)
1.708
6.865
Aspect Ratio (gross)
207.4
1,128.0
Area (Sq. Inches) (gross)
V-WING TAIL
WING
AIR/VEHICLE Critical
Dimensions
108.0
76.3
39.5
108.0
38.0
24.0 30.0
47.0
18.0
24.0
“AirShip Endurance
V9” Critical Dimensions
Special Operations Transport - USAF Research Lab Submittal November 14, 2011
4. Team Members
AirShip Technologies Group
Ben Berry
Innovation Program Leadership, Aerospace and
Defense, and International Airport Operations,
Government Transportation Industry
Puneet Kukkal
Engineering Management, Analysis and Planning,
Business Strategy
Benny Berry
Aerospace and Defense, Aeronautical
Engineering, Consulting and Prior Tuskegee
Airman Military Pilot
Gerald Baugh
Economic Development, Business and Operations,
and Current Pilot
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y
P ___ l
G__ ___ ___
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(2012) HD
Movie Trailer
5. Priyanka Kukkal
Defense Systems, Engineering and Operations,
Government Industry, Isensepro, Inc.
Mark Van Patten
Engineering & Business Management, Human-to-
Machine Interface Systems, Oregon State Univ.
Mike EOM
Operations & Technology Management,
Computing & Engineering, University of Portland
Yew-Seng Tan
VTOL Aircraft Engineering, Technology
Management
____________________
Team Members
P l
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AirShip Technologies Group
6. AirShip Technologies Group 6
Functional Organization Chart
• Privately owned
• Board of Advisors
advise CEO
• Academic/
commercial
partnerships
• Air/vehicle
design and
manufacturing
7. AirShip Technologies Group 7
Skill Sets
– Aeronautical design
– Functional design
– System analysis
– System architecture
– System construction
– Technical writing
– Project management
Academic/Commercial Partnerships
Academic
Commercial
• Operations & Technology Management
• University Internships Team
• Workflow Accountability
• Business, Science and
Engineering Programs
8. X-Hawk
Yes Yes
Wood propeller; fixed Modified ducted-fan
AirShip Technologies Group 8
The Tactical Problem
Major hurdles are faced by military
ground troops:
• Ground and air transportation
remain effective but have separate
modes of operation..
• Warfighter needs to avoid water,
difficult terrain, road obstructions,
improvised explosive devices (IEDs)
and ambush threats.
• Need air platform with high flight
endurance and capable of driving
on prepared surfaces, light off-
road conditions or rough terrain,
while pilotless flight functionality
employs VTOL (vertical take off
and landing) ability and cruising
up to 10,000 feet above ground.
• Small launch and land footprint.
Lockheed Martin's Ducted-Fan Design
Carter Aviation Technologies‘ AAI's Design
Vertical Take Off & Land
VTOL Production
The Challenge:
Build an Air-to-Ground VTOL UAV
AirShip VTOL UAV Transformer Design
Israel Air Force X-Hawk
9. AirShip Technologies Group 9
SBIR Air Platform Objective: Design and test a Tier 2
sized long-endurance VTOL UAV. Show how the design can be scaled and identify
critical size/weight/endurance limits. Design control algorithms for all flight regimes.
PHASE I: Vehicle design and preliminary analysis of endurance trade-offs. (9 months)
Propose control strategy for hover and transition regimes. Determine implementation and
demonstration plan. Initial demonstrations of key technologies and pre-prototype air/vehicle.
PHASE II: Verification of flight control design performance (simulation/demos. (18 months)
Final prototype air/vehicle built and flight tested with accompanying analysis of safety, noise
level, robustness to disturbances, failure modes, scalability, and endurance tradeoffs.
PHASE III: Dual Use Commercialization and FAA Certification. (12 months)
Military and Commercial Dual Use Application: Work with marketplace to develop VTOL /
UAV manufacturing capability for air/vehicles of record in markets for the military, homeland
security, hazardous material monitoring, crop inspection, search, rescue, and commercial.
Critical Dimensions
10. Mission Cycles without
Refueling
Cycle 1. Ship to Shore Insertion
Manually drive 30 miles
To unload site
Fly 110 miles Fly 110 miles
Vertical
Take off
Cycle 3. Special Operations Forces Resupply
Load supplies
At staging base
Land back at
staging base
Land - Drive
Drop off
Vertical
Land
Fly 120 miles to shore
Drive 130 miles
Reserve
10 min
Vertical
Take off
Depart ship based
Staging area
Land at area of
operation
Reserve
10 min
Vertical
Land
Fly 60
miles
Fly 60
miles
Vertical
Take Off
Cycle 2. IED Avoidance
Drive
30 miles
Avoid IED
Zone
Scout or
Patrol
Reserve
10 min
Vertical
Take Off
Vertical
Land
Drive 100
miles
Drive 20 miles
to Injured Soldier location
Fly 120 miles Fly 110 miles
Vertical
Take off
Cycle 4. Medical Evacuations
Depart stage area
in response to
Emergency Call
Land at
medical facility
Land - Drive
Pickup - Recover
Reserve
10 min
AirShip Technologies Group
11. 11
Drone
Diverse Market
Requirements
DARPA – US Army
• AirShip Endurance V17
• 4 troops
• Resupply
• Medical Evacuation
• 17 ft long by 16 ft span
• 1,200 lbs. payload
• Endurance: 5 hours USAF – Research
Lab
• AirShip Endurance V9
• Special Operations
Transport
• 2 troop transport
• 9 ft long by 9 ft span
• 1,000 lbs. payload
• Endurance: 10 hours
USAF – SBIR
• AirShip Endurance V5
• Reconnaissance
• Surveillance
• 5 ft long by 3.5 ft span
• 70 lbs. payload
• Endurance: 72 hours
Dual-Use
• AirShip Endurance V2
• Reconnaissance
• Surveillance
• 25“ long by 17.5” span
• 4.4 lbs. payload &
total weight
• Endurance: Persistent
Surveillance
12. AirShip VTOL Transformer
Delivers
• Focus on innovation and technology
development and manufacturing.
• Integrates management of VTOL UAV
design, construction, test and dual-use
commercialization.
• Partners with engineers and scientists
in air/vehicle design and development. .
• Forges academic/commercial
partnerships aligned with University
engineering and operations degree
programs that create high-tech skills.
• Enables future generation of family-
wage jobs through the employment of
people and technology.
Internal Components View
Aerial Components View
AirShip Technologies Group
14. AirShip Technologies Group 14
• Ducted fan rotors are twin rotors that spin in opposite
directions on a single post. The contra-rotating blades cancel
out each other's torque effects so the AirShip doesn't need a
tail rotor. This makes the aircraft easier and safer to fly at
treetop height. Eliminating the need for a vertical tail rotor and
an associated electric drive system reduces the vehicle's profile,
while the pivot up rear rotor assembly provides forward thrust.
• Agility. AirShip VTOL turns by changing the pitch angle of its
lateral upper and lower rotor blades to different degrees. At a
hover in mid-air, the more sharply pitched of the two rotors
develops more lift and absorbs more power than its
counterpart, creating a powerful, instant torque effect that
snaps the fuselage around in the direction the UAV wants to go.
lateral ducted fan rotor assemblies and a rear V-Wing horizontal stabilizer tail. The low-
aspect ratio wings extend upon take-off. During ground transit, the AirShip Endurance V17
is 10 feet wide conforming to the demands of ground traffic and terrain.
Slide forward and
aft hydraulic
doors
AirShip VTOL/UAV Transformer
Characteristics. During air transit, the vehicle is 17 feet
long by 16 feet wide with approximately half of the width taken up by
15. AirShip Technologies Group 15
AirShip VTOL/UAV Transformer
Flight Control and Flight Management
• Designed as an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), AirShip Endurance is
dispatch able for downed airman recovery, or evacuating injured
personnel from difficult to access locations, or hovering surveillance.
• An autopilot system flies the aircraft for effective AirShip unmanned
operations. Using automated controls and flight-management systems,
AirShip Endurance is suitable for operations in built-up areas that allow
the aircraft to counteract inevitable human errors which make war zones
so dangerous.
16. AirShip Technologies Group 16
Airframe and Drive Train
• Similar to those found in race cars and fixed wing aircraft, the airframe weighs
a scant 375 pounds and can support 3,200 pounds gross weight.
• Critically developed electric in-motor ground wheels, brakes, suspension and
steering systems are specified for adaptation to the chassis.
• Exterior fuselage panels are made of composites.
• Ground transit, electric in-motor wheels
hold tires in place, vastly simplifying the
all wheel drive and drive-by-wire system.
• The wheel configuration and transit drive
system enable the driver to maneuver all
three or alternatively four wheel
configuration for handling and steering.
• For air transit, the ground wheels are
partially retractable into the airframe. Airframe View
AirShip VTOL/UAV Transformer
17. AirShip Technologies Group 17
Cutaway View
Components
• The backbone airframe and fuselage have a strong reinforced underbody that
is ridged but light weight, while the upper body panels are assembled as
independent components. The vehicle’s upper frame is designed as an
integrated roll bar structure and acts as a pivot for the hydraulic slide
forward/aft door configuration.
• Four-seat cabin forward positioning allows for full views of instrumentation
controls and changing canopy views during both air and ground transit. Mid-
positioned passengers have a commanding view of front and lateral scenes
through the front heads up canopy and door window views.
• The cutaway view shows the aggregate
assembly of the backbone frame, the
titanium reinforced and composites
underbody, and the upper frame.
• Interior and exterior sub-components
are installed in each of 4-piece
assembly phases.
AirShip VTOL/UAV Transformer
18. AirShip Technologies Group 18
Air and Ground Transit
• AirShip VTOL’s design answers the search for a viable air/ground transport
vehicle that combines the short hop virtuosity and speed of a helicopter with
the convenience, economy and comfort of a high performance ground vehicle.
This AirShip VTOL UAV air/vehicle is designed to compete and survive on the
battlefield but also with other modes of road and cross-terrain transport.
• AirShip’s 1,000 lbs payload cabin is an extremely stable and rigid cell, designed
for maximum protection and fast deployment. Seen here is the undercarriage
airframe of the payload cabin nestled around ducted rotor housing.
AirShip VTOL/UAV Transformer
19. AirShip Technologies Group 19
Stationary View with Hydraulic Slide Door Extended
• Doors extend at rest and add to stability of
vertical lift transportation. Slide -forward
doors were chosen partly for safety reasons
as they are less prone to jam in a crash.
• Doors open fully to expose the payload bay
and allow for the most convenient entry
and exit.
AirShip VTOL/UAV Transformer
Performance
• Ground speed acceleration is specified at 65 miles/hour within 5 seconds while
traveling via an in-motor wheel drive train. The vehicle redlines at 80 miles per
hour while ground breaking to zero occurs from 60 miles per hour in 116 feet.
• Air speed climbs to 300 nautical miles per hour through a straight line path
while power is ported to six twin ducted rotor electric turbine fans.
• From the lateral view, the AirShip is aerodynamic and hides the forward turbine
assemblies while showing detail of the curved fuselage, rear V-Wing
tail and canard supports.
In-flight Extended Low-Aspect Ratio Wings
Vertical Take-Off, Hover and Landing
20. AirShip Technologies Group 20
• Three turbine assemblies supporting twin counter rotating turbines on either side
plus twin counter rotating turbines in the rear, help support this unique configuration
while ensuring stability. Lift stability is maintained by the electric turbine fans during
vertical operation when absence of horizontal airspeed would normally render
control surfaces ineffective.
• Ground transit wheels and wheel shields
retract into the vehicle’s fuselage
during air transit.
Aerodynamics
• Aerodynamics. The AirShip employs a wide aerodynamic frame, with twin canards
retractable from the fuselage just forward of the cockpit, and side integrated low-aspect
ratio retractable wings set mid-range to rear on the aircraft’s mid-section.
• A top rear wing serves as an angled V-Wing tail section where two in-set winglets rise
to a 45-degree position. Together, the two tail winglets serve as stabilizers in flight and
recline at ground transit.
AirShip VTOL/UAV Transformer
21. AirShip Technologies Group 21
Multibladed Rotor Turbines
• AirShip’s rotors are multibladed turbines set inside a coaxial duct or cowling,
also called a ducted propeller or a shrouded propeller, although in a shrouded
propeller the ring is usually attached to the propeller tips and rotates.
• The duct serves to protect the blades from adjacent objects and to protect
objects from the revolving blades, but more importantly, the duct prevents
radial air flow leakage at the blade tips thus maximizing thrust.
AirShip VTOL/UAV Transformer
22. * For AirShip’s lateral ducted turbines, changing the pitch angle of its upper and lower rotor blades to different degrees
controls yaw during hover. The more sharply pitched of the two rotors develops more lift and absorbs more power than its
counterpart, creating a powerful, immediate instant torque effect that snaps the fuselage around in the direction specified.
AERILONS CONTROL ROLL
RUDERS CONTROL YAW
CANARDS, ELEVATORS & EMPENNAGE
V-WING CONTROL PITCH REAR TURBINE CONTROLS PITCH
PITCH ANGLE OF LATERAL UPPER &
LOWER BLADES CONTROL YAW*
PITCH ANGLE OF ONE LATERAL
TURBINE’S UPPER & LOWER BLADES
CONTROL ROLL
AirShip Fixed Wing Flight Control AirShip Hover Flight Control
*
23. AirShipVTOL UAV Drone
with Electric Persistent Endurance
V2 and V5
AirShip Technologies Group
Turbo Shaft to
Turbine Gear Drive
Exhaust
Compression
Anterior View
3-to-4 wheel,
Air-to-
Ground
Transit
Transformer
5 - 30 Hp
Turbo Shaft
Engines (2)
10 - 200 lbs
Thrust
Front View
Composite
Frame
Clear
Space
Master
Electric Power
Generator
Lithium-ion Battery
Rechargeable Fuel
Packs
(4) Electric In-Motor
Wheel Drivetrain and
Power Generator
Assemblies for Ground
Transit and Electric
Propeller Power
Top Mid Air
Intakes
Power Circuit Unit
PCU (Controller for Electric
Wheel Generators, Electric
Engines & Master
Generator)
Lateral Tri-
Fan Turbine
Assembly (2)
Electricity
Synchronous
Rotor Drive
Horizontal to
Vertical 10 to
200 lbs Quiet
Air Thrust
Lateral View
Manual
Fold and Store
Low Aspect Wings
Solar Array Fabric
24. AirShipVTOL UAV Drone
Transformer with Hybrid Electric Air
Accelerator
V9 and V17
AirShip Technologies Group
Turbo Shaft to
Turbine Gear Drive
Exhaust
Compression
Anterior View
3-to-4 wheel,
Air-to-
Ground
Transit
Transformer
1,250 Hp
Turbo Shaft
Engines (2)
6,000 lbs Thrust
Front View
Titanium
Frame
Ceramic Tile Panel
Ballistics Protection
Liquid Fuel
Tank
Clear
Space
Master
Electric Power
Generator
Lithium-ion Battery
Rechargeable Fuel
Packs
(4) Electric In-Motor
Wheel Drivetrain and
Power Generator
Assemblies for Ground
Transit and Electric
Propeller Power
Top Mid Air
Intakes
Power Circuit Unit
PCU (Controller for Electric
Wheel Generators, Electric
Impeller & Master
Generator)
Lateral Tri-
Fan Turbine
Assembly (2)
Electricity
Fuel
Synchronous
Rotor Drive
Horizontal to
Vertical 6,000
lbs Quiet Air
Thrust
Lateral View
Fold and Store
Low Aspect Wings
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Dual Turbo Shaft Engines
• The MTU Turbomeca Rolls-Royce MTR390 is a turbo shaft developed for light
helicopter applications; provides variable speed capabilities and low fuel
consumption.
• Two engines installed near the front fuselage exterior with air scoop cooling.
AirShip VTOL/UAV Transformer
General characteristics
Type: Centrifugal Turboshaft
Length: 42.4 in (108 cm)
Diameter: 26.8 in (68 cm)
Dry weight: 372 lb (169 kg)
Components
Compressor: Centrifugal, 2 stage
Combustors: Annular
Turbine: 1 stage high pressure turbine, 2 stage
low pressure turbine
Performance
Maximum power output: 1465 shp
Overall pressure ratio: 13:1
Specific fuel consumption: 0.46 lb/shp-hr
Power-to-weight ratio:
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Dual Turbo Shaft Engines (TSE)
AirShip VTOL/UAV Transformer
• An electric start configuration links the TSE and electric motors
to bifurcated rotor drive shafts.
• Avionics, flight control system, sensors and in-motor wheels are powered by the
generator during air cruise flight and ground transit, respectively.
• Battery packs provide excess propulsion power and endurance operation.
• TSE’s power ducted fan rotors ensuring adequate cooling and aircraft stability.
• Charge Sustaining Strategy. Propulsion system charges batteries to a 100%
charge state to sustain flight endurance operation & quiet electric-only loitering.
Motor/
Generator
Fuel
Tank
Mechanical Shaft
Electric
Fuel
Velocity Engine
Exhaust
Compression
Rear
Ducted Air
Accelerator
Turbine
Lateral
Ducted Fan
Turbines
Turbo
Shaft
Engines
Starter
Battery
Pack
(Lithium-Ion)
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Persistent Endurance Power Train
AirShip VTOL/UAV Transformer
• An electric start configuration links the TSE and electric motors
to bifurcated rotor drive shafts.
• Avionics, flight control system, sensors and in-motor wheels are powered by the
generator during air cruise flight and ground transit, respectively.
• Battery packs provide excess propulsion power and endurance operation.
• TSE’s power ducted fan rotors ensuring adequate cooling and aircraft stability.
• Charge Sustaining Strategy. Propulsion system charges batteries to a 100%
charge state to sustain flight endurance operation & quiet electric-only loitering.
Electric
Velocity Rear Ducted
Electric
Turbine
Lateral Ducted
Electric
Turbines
Renewable
Solar Array
Electricity
Battery
Pack
(Lithium-Ion)
Starter
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AirShip VTOL Ground Transit
AirShip Vertical Take Off
AirShip VTOL UAV Configurations
AirShip VTOL with extended In-Flight Low-Aspect Ratio Wings
Troop
Transport
Medical
Evacuation
UAV
Resupply
- Transports 1-4 troops
- Pilotless UAV air transit
- VTOL operation to
forward operating bases
- Ground transit capable
- Transports Medic and up to
two injured troops
- Pilotless UAV transit
- Ground transit capable
- Transports supplies on demand
- 5-hour hover surveillance
- Autonomous landing and launch
with communications interruption
29. Rough Terrain
High Profile
AirShip VTOL/UAV Transformer
Road Profile
Flight Profile
ANTENNA
CONTROLLER
RECEIVER
BLAST
DETECTOR
FORMATION
LIGHT
ANTENNA
AVIONICS UNDER COOL
WARNING SENSOR
EXTERNAL PWR MONITOR
LANDING GEAR CONTROL
BATTERY CHARGER
PILOT STATIC PROBE UHF / VHF /IFF ANTENNA
EXT POWER
RECEPTACLE
LITHIUM-ION
BATTERY PACK
FUEL TANK
AIR IN-TAKE
AIR IN-
TAKE
INERTIAL
NAVIGATION
SYSTEM
TURBOSHAFT
ENGINE
ROTORS
PAYLOAD
CAGE
DIGITAL DATA COMPUTER
LOW ASPECT
WINGS
LANDING GEAR &
GROUND TRANSIT
V-WING
ACTUATOR
V-WING POSITION LIGHT (RH)
HI ANTENNA (LH)
RADAR
ANTENNA
(LH) & (RH)
ROTATING
V-WING
DUCTED FAN
ROTORS
HORIZONTAL
AERION
WHEEL SHIELDS
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Stage 1 -- Validation of the basic design and enabling
technologies. Leverages our relationships with our university partners and national lab
partners (to be defined), in order to validate major design elements and the roles of specific
enabling technologies in the basic design.
Stage 2. Construction of demonstration VTOL UAV aircraft
in select applications. Leverages our relationships with our partners in the
defense industry and our investors, in order to demonstrate VTOL Transformer's capabilities in
select applications.
Stage 3. Construction of a manufacturable prototype for
applications in select strategic market segments. Leverages
our relationships with our partners in the defense industry, our investors, federal government
agencies, and possible commercial customers.
Stage 4. Development of manufacturing systems,
corporate capacity, and markets.
Staged Commercialization Plan
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AirShip VTOL Plan and
Milestones
Phase I
Vehicle design and preliminary analysis of endurance trade-offs
Phase II
Verification of control design (theory, simulation, and demonstration).
AirShipTG Effort & Focus
UAV
Requirements
UAV Design UAV Construction UAV Assembly
Prototype
Air/Vehicle
AirShip
Reqts.
Initial
prototype
design
Refine to final
design, component
functional testng
Construction &
partial assembly
testing
Final assembly
subsystem checkout,
prepare to demo
Field
Air/Vehicle
Operational
concept
design
Track
traceability
Track traceability Track traceability Plan to transition
Monthly Schedule
M1 M2 M3 M4 M5 M6 M7 M8 M9
Phase III
Dual Use Commercialization
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AirShip VTOL Program Review
Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs) scheduled on a regular basis and includes collaboration stakeholders.
Phase I Phase II
Technical Advisory
Task A: AirShipTG Vehicle Design and Integration
Task B: Critical UAV Enabling Technology Development
Monthly Schedule
M1 M2 M3 M4 M5 M6 M7 M8 M9
Phase III
Dual Use
Commercialization
34. AirShipTG Value Proposition
Product
• Air Platform Expansion. Expands air-to-ground VTOL UAV
mission capabilities and endurance
Target Market
• Military market first with future commercial application
AirShip Technologies Group
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Value Proposition
Contact: Ben Berry, CEO
AirShip Technologies Group
Benjamin.berry@comcast.net
18522 Anduin Terrace
Lake Oswego, Oregon U.S.A.
503 320-1175
There’s a familiar pattern in Reinvention: Rethinking answers
to problems lead to a new technology coming along to fill a
long-standing need. But as it becomes widely implemented,
questions arise over how best to use it and how it may affect
the rest of the World!
Ben Berry, CEO AirShip Technologies Group
Mission
Relevant
Fly-by-Wire
Drive-by-Wire
Capital
Investment
Unlock VTOL
Air-to-Ground
Innovation