E-volo VC2
| VC-2 | |
|---|---|
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| Role | Multirotor |
| National origin | Germany |
| Manufacturer | e-volo |
| First flight | November 2013 |
| Introduction | 2012 |
| Status | In development |
| Developed from | E-volo VC1 |
The e-volo VC2 is a single-place experimental electric multirotor helicopter.[1]
Development
The e-volo VC-2 is the second in a series of multirotor designs from the German company e-volo. The single-place, 16 motor, all-electric e-volo VC1 "Volocopter" was demonstrated on 21 October 2011. The VC2 is the next follow-on with 18 engines suspended around an aluminum truss frame that includes a center-mounted seat, battery, and Battery Management Unit. The proof-of-concept aircraft will be used to develop the E-volo VC Evolution 2P, a two-passenger enclosed volocopter with extended range and weight capabilities.[2]
Operational history
The VC200 was demonstrated unmanned in November 2013 at an enclosed arena in Karlsruhe, Germany. [3][4][5]
Specifications (VC2)
Data from EAA, Manufacturer
General characteristics
- Crew: one
- Powerplant: 18 × Direct drive electric, 2 kW (2.7 hp) each
- Propellers: two-bladed
Performance
 VC200 Video |
References
- ↑ "e-volo VC2 to Make World Debut at AirVenture". Retrieved 11 July 2012.
- ↑ "The world premiere of the VC2 at AirVenture in Oshkosh/USA". Retrieved 11 June 2012.
- ↑ "REVOLUTIONARY GREEN HELICOPTER MAKES MAIDEN FLIGHT" Press Release, Vertical Magazine 21 November 2013. Accessed: 21 November 2013.
- ↑ Official e-volo website
- ↑ "First Flight For Two-Seat Electric Rotorcraft". Retrieved 21 November 2013.
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