More Reliable, Longer Endurance, More Power Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) (Army)
Abstract
This project will comparatively test the performance of the Danielson Trident 100TD2 engine versus the existing MQ-5B Hunter engine. The Trident 100TD2 is a candidate engine for use in next generation UAS, and new production of existing UAS for foreign military sales because of its improved reliability, increased power, and reduced life cycle costs. The objective is to evaluate the performance of the Hunter and Trident 100TD2 engines using low quality fuels. Hunter UAS experienced significant performance decrease when low quality fuels are used. This project received phase 1 test articles in 1Q FY 2018, initiated phase 1 legacy engine baseline lab testing in 2Q FY 2018. This project continues in FY 2019 with FY 2019 funds.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Accomplishment
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2020
- Source ID
- 4ece7be4b2058868ed30d8e4c9f18079