VertSolve nominated for Most Revolutionary Powertrain at DARPA Lift

VertSolve aircraft in flight at DARPA Lift on Generator Power

VertSolve’s patent-pending hybrid generator technology was nominated by DARPA for the “Most Revolutionary Powertrain” award at DARPA Lift Competition. We successfully flew the only hybrid-electric system among the entire field at DARPA Lift.

As an integral part of our aircraft for DARPA Lift, we developed a large, parallel-hybrid system designed to provide class-leading power for the quad-copter configuration of our aircraft. This system is designed around low-cost, modular and integrated package that is high performance and easily adaptable to different missions and size classes of aircraft.

During the week at DARPA Lift, we were able to test, refine, and demonstrate the capabilities of this system, culminating in a full-up test where we demonstrated:

• Battery-powered vertical takeoff of the aircraft

• Airstart and warmup of the generator system, controlled remotely

• Stable hover on generator power with battery voltage increasing

• Safe landing and shutdown of the generator and aircraft

VertSolve was nominated for the “Most Innovative Powertrain Award” by DARPA

We are actively developing the VertSolve Generator system as an integral part of the VertSolve aircraft as well as a standalone product that can be integrated into other aircraft. Designed from the outset for modularity, our system can be quickly integrated into a wide range of platforms

• Power ratings of 3kW to 10kW continuous with conditioned DC output up to 80V

• MOSA and open-standards compliant

• Simple, rapid integration with Ardupilot and PX4

• Dual-redundant failsafe and reliable control architecture

• BlueUAS Supply Chain with US and EU components

We are excited to continue development our Generator technology for aerial logistics and defense customers