CycloTech is determined to shake up the world of air mobility with its BlackBird, a prototype that combines the look of a modern car and the ability to fly. The central innovation of this project? The CycloRotor, a unique propulsion system capable of pushing and steering the device in all directions, over 360 degrees. This maneuverability makes the BlackBird particularly suitable for vertical takeoffs, lateral movements, and even the possibility of parking… in the air!
A car parking in the air
For this prototype, CycloTech relied on a configuration of six CycloRotors, all of the latest generation. This choice is not trivial: with these six engines, the BlackBird can guarantee a certain safety and, above all, great stability. “ This system allows you to steer with finesse and ensure passenger comfort even in turbulent conditions. », explains Hans-Georg Kinsky, CEO of CycloTech. The idea is to make the BlackBird a vehicle that is easy to handle, while remaining reliable and secure for its occupants.
With its fairly compact dimensions (4.9 meters long, 2.3 meters wide and 2 meters high), the BlackBird has been designed to adapt to urban environments without requiring special infrastructure. And in terms of performance, it can go up to 120 km/h. As for the maximum take-off weight, it is limited to 340 kg, which makes it a light and responsive aircraft.
Even if CycloTech has not yet revealed all the details, it is expected that the BlackBird will be able to accommodate two people and carry out short distance journeys (around 100 km), thus being part of a logic of personal mobility . The company has also announced that it has already accumulated more than 800 test flights with a previous model, equipped with only four rotors. The results obtained with this test model confirmed the promises of CycloRotor technology: stability, agility and comfort would indeed be there.
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For CycloTech, the BlackBird marks the start of a new adventure. The company, which raised 20 million euros earlier this year, is thinking big: it is targeting the emerging flying vehicle market, where it will face new players like Joby Aviation, supported by Toyota.
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