Key Features
With a small footprint of 3.3 meter wingspan, Penguin B can handle up to 11.5 kg of combined fuel and payload weight. Modular composite structure, fast assembly, large access hatches, removable payload bay, are the key features of the Penguin B innovative design. Available as an airframe ready for the autopilot and payload integration.
Sleek and efficient design gives the best in class performance. Optimized for endurance, Penguin has enough internal volume to lift 7.5 liters of fuel which will provide 20+ hours endurance using efficient Honda 4 stroke engine. The optimized high lift flap system provides stall speeds of <13 m/s while giving excellent flight handling qualities due to a well designed V-tail geometry.
Penguin B has a swappable payload module that can be removed in seconds and used for various payloads. Payload module is inserted from the underneath of fuselage and includes a large section of the lower fuselage surface to facilitate the installation of camera gimbals, antennas and heat radiators.
All components of Penguin B are easily removable and completely interchangeable. Wing splits in three 1.1 meter sections and the V-tail splits in two parts. High-end industrial grade push-pull connectors are installed in tail-boom joints as standard. The quick release fastening is used extensively in Penguin B airframe. Oversize access covers are equipped with DZUS type 1/4 turn quick fasteners, tail-booms are equipped with a purpose developed 6061 T6 aluminum joints.
Penguin B includes many innovative feature you won't find anywhere else. Penguin's wing has special GPS cover and the internal wing space allocated for the GPS receiver and the ground plane. Cover is made from thin rf-transparent glass fiber and provides clean flow over the fuselage. To keep avionics and payload protected from environment, fuselage covers have soft neoprene seal that is installed in a molded groove.
Up to 20+ Hours Endurance 10 kg Payload Capacity Removable Payload Module 30 Liters Payload Volume
Integrated GPS Bay Quick Release Fasteners Sealed Payload Area Low Stall Speed
Product Specification
Specifications:
MTOW: 21.5 kg
Empty Weight(excl fuel and payload): 10 kg
Wing Span: 3.3 m
Length: 2.27 m
Wing Area: 0.79 m²
Powerplant:1.3-2.5 hp
Max Payload: 10 kg
Takeoff method: Runway or car top launch
Environmental protection: Sealed against rain
Performance:
Endurance ¹: up to 20+ hours
Cruise Speed: 22 m/s
Stall Speed (with high lift system) ²: 13 m/s
Max Level Speed: 36 m/s
Takeoff run ³: 30 m
CL max ( 45° flap deflection): 1.7
CL max (clean wing): 1.3
Ceiling: 5000 m
¹For long endurance Penguin B version with 4-stroke Honda engine and 7.5 Liter fuel tank
²Sea level altitude, 15 kg aircraft weight, 15 C°
³Sea level altitude, 15 kg aircraft weight, 15 C°, 2.5 hp engine, concrete runway.
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Engine and servo package
If you would like to reduce time spent on component integration and get to autonomous flight as soon as possible, UAV Factory offers engine and servo package that can be factory installed into our Penguin B composite airframe.
Key Features
This package will help you to concentrate on directly increasing your product value, developing your custom unmanned solution or research, testing and validation of your product.
Penguin B comes completely ready for autopilot and payload integration. Each component is matched and validated for reliability and performance.
This configuration will provide endurance of up to 6 hours and maximum payload of up to 8.5 kg.
If longer endurance is needed, optional 7.5 liter fuel tank and onboard generator system will yield 10+ hours of flight.
Hi-performance push pull connectors are installed in tail-booms as standard. Additional push-pull electrical connectors in wing-tips are available upon request.
Ready for autopilot integration Up to 6 hours endurance 8.5 kg maximum payload capability Pre-installed 28cc pusher engine Two level anti vibration engine mount Pre-installed servos
Integrated aluminum servo mounts 3000 cc fuel tank Servo linkages Fuel tubing, refueling dot, external choke lever Matched propeller
Product Specification
Performance
Endurance: up tp 6 hours*
Takeoff run: 30 m**
Payload: 8.5 kg maximum
Maximum level speed: >35 m/s
Stall speed with 45 deg flaps: ~13m/s
Cruise: 22 m/s
Ceiling: 5000 m ASL
Environmental :
Sealed fuselage against rain and snow
Mechanical
Engine type: 2- stroke, 28 cc
Engine power: 2.5 hp
Fuel type: uleaded gas
Servos: Hitec digital, metal gear
Electrical:
Servo power required: 6 Volts
Ignition power required: 4.8-8.4 Volts
* Sea level, 15C temperature, 2 kg payload, cruise condition
**Sea level,15 kg TOW,15C temperature, concrete runway
Onboard Generator System
A complete 80W onboard generator system can be optionally installed on Penguin B airframe if ordered with 28cc engine and servo package.
Key Features
System consists of a Generator Power Unit (GPU) and a belt driven industrial grade generator capable of supplying 80W continuous power during cruise.
Generator Power Unit is designed to provide onboard dual voltage regulated power supply of 6 and 12 Volts. Despite small size, power unit offers outstanding efficiency as well as unique features such as the ability to monitor load, battery current, engine rpm, generator and battery voltage through RS232 communication- as result all power distribution parameters can be transmitted to the ground station and monitored during the flight.
Integrated Lithium Polymer charger is used for the backup battery, which is switched on during the pre-flight checks, power peaks or in the event of the engine failure.
Power unit is packed in a sealed aluminum enclosure and fitted with the high-end industrial push-pull connectors.
Ready to run onboard generator system 80 W continuous load 6V and 12V output Short circuit protection 3 cell Lithium Polymer integrated charger External power connection Integrated current sensors RS 232 connection
Product Specification
Electrical Specifications
Contonuous power: 80W
External power supply voltage range: 13 - 50 V
Battery backup: 3 cells Li-Polymer (not included)
Battery charging current: 2 A
Maximum continuous external power current: 8 A
Output voltage: 6 V and 12 V
Maximum output voltage ripple: 50 mV @6V 50mV@12V
Maximum continuous load current: 5A
Maximum peak load current: 10 A
Maximum GPU efficiency: 90%
Mechanical Specifications
Weight (all system): approximately 500 grams
Electrical connectors: Fischer 104 Series push-pull connector
Environmental
Environmental protection: IP 64 standard
Operating temperature: - 40°C to +50°C ²
² Enclosure temperature must not exceed 70 °C , additional cooling may be required
Penguin B 4 servo V-tail option
In order to substantially increase the reliability of the system, UAV Factory can install additional servos into the V-tail control surfaces. In case of the tail-plane servo fail, Penguin B UAV can safely return home and land.
Key Features
The following option increases reliability of the system significantly. The Penguin B tailplane is factory modified to have four control surfaces and four servos. If ordered with engine and servo package, additional two HS-5125 servos, aluminum servo mounts and wiring is installed into the tailplane.
Increased reliability of the system
Reduced servo load
Long Endurance Fuel Tank
This fuel tank was designed to maximize the amount of fuel that can be carried onboard of the Penguin B UAV.
Key Features
The following option increases reliability of the system significantly. The Penguin B tailplane is factory modified to have four control surfaces and four servos. If ordered with engine and servo package, additional two HS-5125 servos, aluminum servo mounts and wiring is installed into the tailplane.
Increased reliability of the system
Reduced servo load
Penguin B UAV Transportation Case
Military grade transportation case for the Penguin B UAV.
Key Features
Case is completely watertight and very rugged. Internal stringers with soft padding and Velcro straps allow simple and fast component placement and fastening. Supplied with additional internal case for small components, spare bolts, screwdrivers and tools. Operation Manual can also be fastened with Velcro straps
Environmentally protected
Stackable
Removable lid
Internal case for tools, bolts
Internal padded stringers and Velcro straps
Product Specification
Specifications :
Dimensions: 1315x705x545 mm (52x 28x 21.4 in)
Empty Weight: 27 kg ( 60 lbs)
UAV Car top launcher
Car-top launcher is a convenient, reliable and low-cost option for runway-independent launching of the Penguin B UAV.
Key Features
VIDEO Car-top launcher can be mounted on all cars that accept THULE’s Rapid Aero ™ roof rack. Installation on car roof and removal of the launcher takes less than two minutes. Penguin UAV can be transported when mounted on the car-top launcher with the wing tips removed and secured with safety-pins.
When compared against catapult launcher, the car-top launcher is more than three times less expensive than the closest alternative, and does not need maintenance or assembly. Car-top launcher is light, small and it is easy to store and transport.
Using the car-top launcher, the Penguin UAV can be launched from any surface, where a car can reach the takeoff speed, which is approximately 70 km/h. This launching method offers high reliability under the strong and gusty side-wind conditions.
The car-top launcher has a convenient removable starter assembly with an integrated Lithium Ion battery and MOSFET switch. Once the UAV engine is running, the starter assembly can be easily removed.
Low cost alternative to catapult launching
Light, small and reliable
Good reliability under strong wind, side wind and gusty conditions
Safe and reliable electric starter with Lithium batteries, MOSFET switch
Product Specification
Specifications
Release Mechanism: Actuated by UAV rotation
Starter: Heavy duty 12-24 VDC
Battery Type: Removable, Lithium-Ion
Battery Capacity: 43 Wh
Car Mount Type: THULE Rapid Aero ™ Load Bars
Weight: 9,7 kg (including starter, batteries)
100 W Generator Power Unit
100 W Generator Power Unit is designed to provide onboard dual voltage regulated power supply for the unmanned aircraft vehicles.
Key Features
Despite small size, power unit offers outstanding efficiency as well as unique features such as the ability to monitor load, battery current, engine rpm, generator and battery voltage through RS232 communication- as result all power distribution parameters can be transmitted to the ground station and monitored during the flight.
Generator power unit can be used with brushless or brushed generators that have a voltage output within 13-50 Volts. Integrated Lithium Polymer charger is used for the backup battery, which is switched on during the pre-flight checks, power peaks or in the event of the engine failure.
Power unit is packed in a sealed aluminum enclosure and fitted with the high-end industrial push-pull connectors. Fan assisted cooling option is available.
Please contact for customized solutions.
Light weight, small and efficient 13 V to 50 V input range 100 W continuous load¹ Compatible with brushed or brushless generators 6 V and 12 V output Load current up to 10 A
Short circuit protection Battery backup connection 3 cell Li-Poly integrated charger External power connection Integrated current sensors RS 232 connection IP 64 housing, IP 68 on request
¹For fan-assisted enclosure version
Product Specification
Electrical Specifications
Generator voltage range: 13 - 50 V
External power supply voltage range: 13 - 50 V
Battery backup: 3 cells Li-Polymer
Battery charging current: 2 A
Maximum continuous generator input current: 8 A
Maximum continuous battery input current: 8 A
Maximum continuous external power current: 8 A
Output voltage: 6 V and 12 V
Maximum output voltage ripple: 50 mV @6V 50mV@12V
Maximum continuous load current: 5A
Maximum peak load current: 10 A
Maximum efficiency: 90%
Mechanical Specifications
Dimensions: 59.4 x 115.8 x 32.4 mm
Weight ( with conductive enclosure): 190 grams
Electrical connectors: Fischer 104 Series push-pull connector
Cooling method: Conductive or fan-assisted
Environmental
Environmental protection: IP 64 standard, IP 68 on request
Operating temperature: - 40°C to +50°C ²
² Enclosure temperature must not exceed 70 °C , additional cooling may be required
UAV Generator/Alternator Systems
UAV Factory can develop custom onboard generator/alternator solutions based on client's requirements.
Key Features
UAV Factory is capable of rapidly developing custom onboard generator and alternator systems for the unmanned aircraft vehicles. Generator systems are optimized for the high efficiency and long service life.
Various generator types can be integrated depending on requirements and engine configuration. We offer a selection of existing advanced Generator Power Units(GPU) such us our 100W GPU with a suite of integrated sensors that allows to receive the real-time data through RS-232 on all power distribution parameters- battery voltage, power consumption, current, engine rpm's. Our GPUs also offer integrated battery chargers and short circuit protection.
Custom GPU options can include multiple voltage sources, integrated sensors and battery chargers. We can also manufacture a MIL spec enclosures with various cooling methods.
Our in-house capabilities allow us to perform every step of generator/alternator system design - from generator selection, custom mount manufacture, enclosure machining to generator validation and testing.
Please contact us for details.
Portable Ground Control Station
UAV Factory's Ground Control Station (GCS) contains all hardware for controlling high performance unmanned aircraft vehicles and managing payload.
Key Features
UAV Factory’s Ground Control Station (GCS) contains all hardware for controlling a high performance unmanned aircraft vehicles and managing payload. GCS is based on Panasonic’s field proven CF-31 rugged laptop, has additional 17’’super-bright touch screen payload display, and flexible power system with dual battery setup with advanced status monitoring features.
GCS can be configured to accept autopilot-specific ground side hardware. GCS is available completely configured for Procerus Technologies Commbox, please contact for configuration packages for Micropilot, Cloud Cap Technologies or other manufacturer ground side equipment. Video receiver equipment can be factory integrated into the GCS.
With the capability to be powered from 12-32 VDC or 110-240 VAC, the GCS can be used anytime, anywhere. Integrated hot-swappable dual Lithium battery bays as well as intuitive battery condition monitoring system will enable to use the GCS up to 2 hours on a single battery set. Batteries can be hot-swapped without switching off the system, allowing for an increase in operation time.
GCS has a set of integrated safety features, including over voltage protection, over current protection, reverse voltage protection as well as battery over-discharge protection. The integrated power supply system can provide additional 12 VDC, 50 W power source to auxiliary subsystems such as tracking antennas or video receivers, eliminating the need for additional power supply or batteries.
The GCS is packed into the military grade transportation case and has internal storage for joystick, RC-transmitter, mouse and small components such as wiring, antennas, external GPS antenna.
Highly integrated portable GCS solution Fully rugged Panasonic CF 31 laptop Laptop mounted in docking station Super-bright 13’’ laptop and 17” secondary touchscreen displays Advanced internal power system with 12-32 VDC and 110-220 VAC input, display with power and temperature monitoring Dual lithium batteries with hot-swapping function, over discharge protection System status monitoring display with audio alarm
2 hours of battery operation time Internal compartment for wires, antennas, joystick and RC-transmitter Industrial grade push-pull electrical connectors Allocated internal space for Video/Data receiver ( custom wiring and mounts available) 50 W stabilized 12 V output for video receiver, tracking antenna and other auxiliary equipment
Custom Options:
- Custom autopilot-specific ground station component integration
- Custom LED indication, switches, labeling
- Custom wiring and electrical contact integration ( e.g. tracking antennas, video receivers)
Product Specification
Mechanical Specifications
Size: 250 x 830 x 532 mm
Weight: 28 kg
Case: Molded plastic case
Environmental Protection: splash resistant when closed
Operating temperature: -20 to + 60 °C
Computer Specifications
Model : Panasonic Toughbook CF-31
Durability: MIL-STD-810G & IP65 certified (6' drop)
Display type: 13.1" XGA touchscreen LED 1024x768
Brightness: 1100 nits
Mounting type: docking station
CPU: Intel Core i5-2520M vPro Processor 2.4GHz
Storage: 320GB 7200rpm
RAM: 4GB SDRAM (DDR3-1333MHz)
Electrical Specifications
DC Input : 12 - 32 V
Over voltage protection, reverse polarity protection
AC input: 110 - 240 V
Battery type: Lithium Ion
Battery capacity: 86,2 Wh
Battery operation time: 2 hours
Payload Display Specifications:
Type:17 " TFT touchscreen 1280 x 1024 (SXGA)
Brightness: 1600 nits
Autopilot specific configuration:
Compatibility: Directly Compatible with Procerus Technologies Commbox.
Other autopilot compatibilities on request
Input devices : Wireless laser mouse, RC type transmitter (optional), joystick (optional)
Combined Pitot-Static Tube for UAVs
The combined Static-Pitot tube is designed to provide both dynamic and static pressure measurements in a single package.
Key Features
Pitot-Static tube is made of strong and light carbon fiber tubes and aircraft grade aluminum for maximum rigidity. System can be mounted and removed using two screws for simple UAV transportation . Available in custom lengths to suit various UAV applications.
The datasheet contains recommended Pitot-Static tube length estimation method for the nose-mounting and wing mounting configurations.
If used for Penguin B UAV in nose mounted configuration, standard length is 230 mm.
Product Specification
Weight: 41 grams for 230mm length
Length: up to 600 mm
Mounting method: two M5 screws
Pressure connections: 4mm ID Tygon tubing
Operating temperature: -50 to +85 C
Portable Pneumatic Catapult
Portable pneumatic catapult for mini UAVs with the takeoff weight of up to 35 kg.
Key Features
Portable pneumatic catapult is designed for launching the unmanned aircraft vehicles of up to 35 kg takeoff weight. The catapult features a rugged aluminum structure, which can be disassembled into a man portable transportation case. The rail consists of separate modules, making it possible to add additional modules and increase the rail length up to 6 meters.
Catapult can be customized for particular UAVs. The carriage assembly can be modified for a particular fuselage configuration.
Man-portable UAV catapult
Heavy-duty aluminum structure
4 to 6 meter rail
Customizable carriage
Product Specification
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