LaunchPoint® Showcases Exceptional Hybrid Power Capabilities at World’s Leading Vertical Flight Technology Event
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GOLETA, California – LaunchPoint Electric Propulsion Solutions (“LaunchPoint”), a global leader in developing cutting-edge electric motors, hybrid-electric propulsion systems, and control software for aircraft, is proud to announce that its Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder, Michael Ricci, will be presenting a technical paper discussing hybrid power capabilities at the Vertical Flight Society’s 79th Annual Forum and Technology Display. The event is scheduled to take place from May 16 to 18, 2023 in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Titled “Design and Testing of a Flightweight 35 kW Hybrid Power Genset,” LaunchPoint’s paper provides comprehensive insights into the company’s HPS400 hybrid power genset (patents and patent pending), featuring its design and test data based on realistic load profiles for a hovering vehicle.Additionally, LaunchPoint introduces a reference design for a 200+ kg multicopter, demonstrating the outstanding performance that can be achieved with the implementation of the HPS400 genset. This research and development endeavor exemplifies LaunchPoint’s commitment to innovation, highlighting their expertise in lightweight, highly efficient and power-dense solutions for aerospace.
Unlike existing “hybrid aircraft” trade studies that heavily rely on theoretical assumptions, LaunchPoint’s technical paper offers an unparalleled level of real-world testing and analysis. By meticulously addressing the challenges and complexities of hybrid power systems, the paper provides invaluable information for anyone seeking to develop large, long-endurance multicopters utilizing hybrid-electric power sources. LaunchPoint emphasizes the importance of optimizing system design to achieve unparalleled performance, surpassing the flight duration and payload capabilities of battery-powered multicopters.
“Success lies in the intricate details, and acquiring such knowledge is hard and expensive to learn,” stated Advanced Air Mobility expert and LaunchPoint Advisor, Rob McDonald. “The tremendous level of detail and information shared in this paper is evidence that LaunchPoint has learned the lessons and performed real engineering to incorporate them into solutions that actually work. While others are talking about hybrid propulsion, LaunchPoint is doing it.”
The Vertical Flight Society’s Annual Forum is widely recognized as a premier event for experts and enthusiasts in vertical flight technology. With a rich history spanning nearly eight decades, the forum offers a platform for sharing groundbreaking research, technological advancements, and industry insights.
To view the full schedule of events for the Vertical Flight Society’s 79th Annual Forum, visit www.vtol.org/forum
Contact Chris Grieco, SVP of Business Development and Sales, at cgrieco@launchpointeps.com to view a copy of LaunchPoint’s paper, “Design and Testing of a Flightweight 35 kW Hybrid Power Genset.”
About LaunchPoint Electric Propulsion Solutions
LaunchPoint Electric Propulsion Solutions is a leading developer of electric motors, hybrid-electric propulsion systems, and control software for aircraft. With a dedicated team of engineers and a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, LaunchPoint’s expertise in genset and motor controller technology enables us to provide comprehensive solutions that cater to the unique needs of our customers, ensuring superior performance and efficiency.
LaunchPoint® Showcases Exceptional Hybrid Power Capabilities at World’s Leading Vertical Flight Technology Event
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GOLETA, California – LaunchPoint Electric Propulsion Solutions (“LaunchPoint”), a global leader in developing cutting-edge electric motors, hybrid-electric propulsion systems, and control software for aircraft, is proud to announce that its Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder, Michael Ricci, will be presenting a technical paper discussing hybrid power capabilities at the Vertical Flight Society’s 79th Annual Forum and Technology Display. The event is scheduled to take place from May 16 to 18, 2023 in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Titled “Design and Testing of a Flightweight 35 kW Hybrid Power Genset,” LaunchPoint’s paper provides comprehensive insights into the company’s HPS400 hybrid power genset (patents and patent pending), featuring its design and test data based on realistic load profiles for a hovering vehicle.Additionally, LaunchPoint introduces a reference design for a 200+ kg multicopter, demonstrating the outstanding performance that can be achieved with the implementation of the HPS400 genset. This research and development endeavor exemplifies LaunchPoint’s commitment to innovation, highlighting their expertise in lightweight, highly efficient and power-dense solutions for aerospace.
Unlike existing “hybrid aircraft” trade studies that heavily rely on theoretical assumptions, LaunchPoint’s technical paper offers an unparalleled level of real-world testing and analysis. By meticulously addressing the challenges and complexities of hybrid power systems, the paper provides invaluable information for anyone seeking to develop large, long-endurance multicopters utilizing hybrid-electric power sources. LaunchPoint emphasizes the importance of optimizing system design to achieve unparalleled performance, surpassing the flight duration and payload capabilities of battery-powered multicopters.
“Success lies in the intricate details, and acquiring such knowledge is hard and expensive to learn,” stated Advanced Air Mobility expert and LaunchPoint Advisor, Rob McDonald. “The tremendous level of detail and information shared in this paper is evidence that LaunchPoint has learned the lessons and performed real engineering to incorporate them into solutions that actually work. While others are talking about hybrid propulsion, LaunchPoint is doing it.”
The Vertical Flight Society’s Annual Forum is widely recognized as a premier event for experts and enthusiasts in vertical flight technology. With a rich history spanning nearly eight decades, the forum offers a platform for sharing groundbreaking research, technological advancements, and industry insights.
To view the full schedule of events for the Vertical Flight Society’s 79th Annual Forum, visit www.vtol.org/forum
Contact Chris Grieco, SVP of Business Development and Sales, at cgrieco@launchpointeps.com to view a copy of LaunchPoint’s paper, “Design and Testing of a Flightweight 35 kW Hybrid Power Genset.”
About LaunchPoint Electric Propulsion Solutions
LaunchPoint Electric Propulsion Solutions is a leading developer of electric motors, hybrid-electric propulsion systems, and control software for aircraft. With a dedicated team of engineers and a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, LaunchPoint’s expertise in genset and motor controller technology enables us to provide comprehensive solutions that cater to the unique needs of our customers, ensuring superior performance and efficiency.
