Today we're thrilled to share the results of our first system prototype as part of our project with NATEP and InnovateUK. What does it take to re-invent aerospace propulsion for the 21st century? Well it is not without its challenges, for the last 18 months the team have been hard at work designing and building a 1m scale technology demonstrator with a huge target of 1000N thrust. After a challenging process of design, refinement and a healthy dose of adversity we are pleased to state the claim we achieved a max thrust of 1204N at just over 1850 RPM - exceeding our target by 20%! With scope to improve system level efficiency by upwards of 27% and craft level efficiency of 32%+. The HaloDrive system is posed to be a game-changer for the future of aerospace propulsion. A monumental thanks go out to our consortium partners Motion Robotics, Sabe Fluid Dynamics and Ace Wiring without whom we would not be here today. Here's a first look at some of what we have been up to ahead of Farnborough International Airshow #FIA24 where you can find us for more information on the system. #FIA2024 #evtol #aerospace #electricpropulsion #networking #defence #international
Sylvain Vaquer
3mo
Amazing progress Kynan Fletcher and the entire RogersEV team! Can't wait to see the next iteration!
Amazing! Well done Kynan Fletcher and RogersEV team!
Daniel James
3mo
Amazing! Well done Kynan Fletcher and RogersEV team!
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5dThe extra middle parts add a lot of weight that seems contrary to how the rim-driven design is meant. Is this for the electrical engine testing to minimise variables? I hope to see it without the middle part some day. :3 Also, how small in scale can this go, and how is the friction handled?