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R & D
R&D
RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
THE CONCEPT
AirCar is composed of several functional units. Its aerodynamic fuselage provides enough space for the passengers and, at the same time, contributes to better lift characteristics during the flight. Among advanced technologies are the retractable wings, folding tail surfaces, parachute deployment system, etc. The folding tail surfaces contribute to a better longitudinal stability and take-off characteristics, just like in a conventional aircraft. However, in the car mode, retracted tail results in a more compact size.
AirCar is composed of several functional units. Its aerodynamic fuselage provides enough space for the passengers and, at the same time, contributes to better lift characteristics during the flight. Among advanced technologies are the retractable wings, folding tail surfaces, parachute deployment system, etc. The folding tail surfaces contribute to a better longitudinal stability and take-off characteristics, just like in a conventional aircraft. However, in the car mode, retracted tail results in a more compact size.
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MAIDEN FLIGHT
FLIGHT
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SIMULATIONS
SIMULATIONS
Simulation methods and design optimization have been used throughout the entire R&D stage. Simulation based on the CFD analyses was carried out at VUT Brno in close cooperation with experts in aerodynamics led by Robert Popela, PhD. The team has performed extensive analyses using state-of-the-art simulation methods such as FEM to achieve the best overall outcome. The load and stress calculations were conducted by Dalibor Vlček, MSc., who also contributed with his experience gained while acting as a Compliance Verification Engineer within several projects overseen by EASA
Simulation methods and design optimization have been used throughout the entire R&D stage. Simulation based on the CFD analyses was carried out at VUT Brno in close cooperation with experts in aerodynamics led by Robert Popela, PhD. The team has performed extensive analyses using state-of-the-art simulation methods such as FEM to achieve the best overall outcome. The load and stress calculations were conducted by Dalibor Vlček, MSc., who also contributed with his experience gained while acting as a Compliance Verification Engineer within several projects overseen by EASA
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CFD Analysis
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FEM Analysis
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FEM Analysis
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MATERIALS
MATERIALS
AirCar is predominantly built from advanced composite materials which were produced by the certified Slovak company SKMODEL, s.r.o. All construction parts were manufactured meeting the highest quality standards using high-tech methods.
AirCar is predominantly built from advanced composite materials which were produced by the certified Slovak company SKMODEL, s.r.o. All construction parts were manufactured meeting the highest quality standards using high-tech methods.
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AERODYNAMICS
AERODYNAMICS
To test a number of aerodynamic and flight control characteristics predicted by digital simulation and analyses, a Flight Demonstrator Testbed (FDT), a model in the scale 1:1, has been built and used in flight mode. All the results measured and observed with the FDT have confirmed the theoretical predictions. Currently the FDT has been donated to and is displayed in the Aviation Museum in Košice.
To test a number of aerodynamic and flight control characteristics predicted by digital simulation and analyses, a Flight Demonstrator Testbed (FDT), a model in the scale 1:1, has been built and used in flight mode. All the results measured and observed with the FDT have confirmed the theoretical predictions. Currently the FDT has been donated to and is displayed in the Aviation Museum in Košice.
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TESTBED
TESTBED
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GALLERY
GALLERY
The AirCar prototype is currently subject to intense ground and flight tests in the experimental category since October 2019. The flying prototype of AirCar has been introduced to general public on November 5, 2019at CIIE in Shanghai, China. Thourough testing will continue in the next months to come. Variations of two engines will be included in the tests
The AirCar prototype is currently subject to intense ground and flight tests in the experimental category since October 2019. The flying prototype of AirCar has been introduced to general public on November 5, 2019at CIIE in Shanghai, China. Thourough testing will continue in the next months to come. Variations of two engines will be included in the tests
COMPANY
COMPANY
KleinVision s.r.o.
Dlha 180, Nitra
Slovakia
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Copyright © 2019 Klein Vision, s.r.o.
All rights reserved.