AIRBUS UAV Cargo Drone.

This UAV / Drone aircraft concept for the Airbus /Local Motors Cargo Drone Challenge was inspired by the organic forms found in nature, namely birds and sea creatures, who have evolved over millennia to move with speed and grace through fluid mediums. It intentionally offers an aesthetic that is neutral, safe and elegant, it is not intimidating. This is an important aspect for the commercial uptake of drones, in the present geopolitical climate.

The deployable disaster response vehicle has reached its present evolution with a high regard for end user safety in-mind. With a total of five propeller blades over 500mm in diameter, it is critical that the end user is safe, as they are already in a critical life and death situation.

The integrated craft offers a range of different ‘modes’ and optional payload upgrades, to ensure it suits the task at hand. It packs neatly for transport and offers a swappable recharge battery pack, all terrain landing gear, dual cargo loading zones, safety covers, safety cut-off devices, ease of maintenance and modular parts. This makes for a truly flexible design which can help in a range of disaster relief scenarios.