Israeli eVTOL developer AIR has announced a strategic partnership with Elmo Motion Control to integrate motion control solution into AIR’s Heavy Lift UAS – a VTOL-capable uncrewed cargo aircraft capable of 550lb payloads.
“The partnership brings together Elmo’s compact, high-power density servo drives and AIR’s next-generation electric aviation design to support the goal of maximizing aircraft efficiency and mission performance,” said AIR in a press release. “Elmo’s Gold HV motor drive will power AIR’s eight electric propulsion motors, delivering precise, responsive control. As part of this integration, the high-efficiency drive system will enable air-cooled operation, eliminating the need for complex liquid cooling systems. By removing this component, the platform benefits from reduced weight, lower system complexity, and increased payload capacity.”
AIR’s unmanned cargo aircraft has a payload capacity of 550 pounds, a one-hour flight endurance, and is categorized as a Group 4 UAS by the U.S. Department of Defense, said the company. “Through its dual-use architecture, it is able to service multiple industry needs, including flexible logistics, mid-mile delivery, maritime resupply, and rapid aid deployments.”
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