Greenjets

We are very excited to bring our propulsion technology and expertise to this unique partnership. More announcements to follow soon.

$1.25M government grant won by Greenjets and partners to developed next generation electric engines and unmanned systems using AI/data-driven methods. Monumo Cosworth Whittle Laboratory

Propulsion module for take-off and landing aircraft Greenjets and Ricardo plc have shown a fully operational, demonstration propulsion module for use in electric aircraft, writes Nick Flaherty. The InCEPTion module, the result of an 18-month project, is aimed at eVTOL aircraft weighing under 5 t. The system uses a bespoke wraparound, immersion-cooled, ultra-high-performance, 20 kW/h battery, using 32 connected modules in a toroid. In addition to the design and build of the fully integrated module, Ricardo has been responsible for the compete thermal management system, incorporating increased safety aspects from the initial design stage. The toroidal shape has been designed to form part of the structure of a propulsion system, with shared cooling and structural elements, making its delivery challenging and complex. The design is configured in a 360o orientation, with bonded composites and a foam structure to reduce weight. “The architecture of our largest engine, the IPM500, has benefited greatly from our collaboration with Ricardo. With Ricardo’s custom battery pack integrated into the nacelle of our engine, we make vital savings in efficiency and weight, along with close integration with the rest of the powertrain. It also improves safety by moving significant battery weight away from the fuselage,” said Anmol Manohar - CEng, MRAeS, CEO of Greenjets. “Our engineers have designed, developed and built a system that is fully scalable, which also enables different combinations of the same module to power multiple aircraft concepts, from electric vertical take-off and landing applications to general aviation aircraft and sub-regional aircraft. The system is versatile and can be 100% battery or fuel-cell hybrid-powered,” said Matt Beasley, director of global engineering and operations at Ricardo. “Our engineering expertise in the automotive industry is enabling us to deliver innovative, sustainable projects in the aerospace and maritime industries.” Greenjets is now working with Ricardo on ground and wind-tunnel tests for integration into an engine for use in commercial aircraft. Click here to access more news articles & deeper technical investigations into e-mobility ▶ https://lnkd.in/exVm22ce #electricaircraft #thermalmanagement #evtol #automotive #aerospace #batteries

Greenjets in San Diego It's been a busy couple of days for the Greenjets team in California, thanks to the drone industry's keen interest in our propulsors. If you'd like speak to our team, come and visit booth #3637 at XPONENTIAL Show. We look forward to speaking with you! #xponential #auvsi #sandiego #uav #greenjets #propulsion

AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2024 is a few days away. Interested in the latest advancements in ducted fan technology? Come and speak to our team at booth 3637 to learn how Greenjets engines can benefit your aircraft. We’re excited to see you there! #XPONENTIAL2024 #AUVSI #SanDiego #innovation #propulsion #UAV

Our largest engine under development: IPM500   We are excited today to announce our progress on IPM500: a quiet, safe & integrated propulsion solution for electric regional aircraft and the result of over 3 years’ extensive R&D.   Electric aircraft require a clean-sheet holistic design approach, with critical importance to battery pack design and integration. Accordingly, Greenjets and Ricardo plc partnered to integrate a proportion of the battery packs into the nacelles of the electric propulsion systems; saving weight, freeing up fuselage volume and improving safety.   Ricardo plc, a global engineering powerhouse, has been instrumental in the development of a state-of-the-art immersion cooled battery pack for this engine. Ricardo's cutting-edge design not only incorporates 20 kWh of battery capacity in a compact toroidal shape but also optimises cooling and structural efficiency, resulting in a lightweight and power-dense solution.   Greenjets now sets its sights on ground and wind tunnel tests, paving the way for eventual integration into commercial aircraft by 2030.   #Greenjets #Ricardo #ElectricAviation #SustainablePropulsion

Training is so important to keep skills sharp. Today was however, a little different. We are delighted that three of our pilots gained their Fixed Wing GVC qualification on a very exciting aircraft. Many thanks to THE UAV ACADEMY LTD and Andrew Bailey for expert guidance and providing the assessment. Greenjets #fixedwing #uav Striekair engineering Anmol Manohar - CEng, MRAeS Thomas Strieker #GVC #training #development

We are thrilled to share our progress on our largest engine, the IPM500, achieved through our collaboration with Ricardo Plc. Together, we have designed and built a one-of-a-kind toroidal battery pack using immersion cooling technology, fully integrated into our engines. IPM500 has been designed for eVTOLs and regional aircraft and is currently under development. Stay tuned for more updates on this in the next couple of weeks. Ricardo plc Greenjets #ElectricPropulsion #R&D

Now powering electric unmanned airships⚡   Today we showcase our collaboration with FloFleet, an Italian startup pioneering autonomous electric airships capable of 5,000km range on a single charge. These unmanned airships can be used for monitoring, inspections, deliveries and event streaming.   Andrea Buson, CTO of Flofleet, highlighted why Flofleet chose Greenjets' propulsion technology: "Formerly relying on large open propellers, Flofleet faced mounting challenges in responsiveness, maneuverability and vibration. With Greenjets engines, we had a compact, vibration free and efficient engine, offering a 180-degree rotation capability. This increased responsiveness and solved major airship dynamics issues"   Andrea Cecchi, CEO at Flofleet, said: "Greenjets helped us integrate the engines from the start, from hardware to software, and has completely changed the way we fly" We look forward to supporting Flofleet's game-changing vision.   #propulsionasaservice #electricpropulsion #airships #sustainableaviation