LaunchPoint wins follow-on US Air Force UAS power contract
LaunchPoint Electric Propulsion Solutions received a follow-on US Air Force contract to advance a modular power-generation system for large uncrewed aircraft.
Evidence notes
- The award was made through the AFWERX UAS Power Generation Challenge.
- LaunchPoint will build hardware prototypes and conduct demonstrations to validate system performance and mission applicability.
- The programme targets electrical generation and distribution that can improve the capability and resilience of large UAS missions.
Company context
LaunchPoint Electric Propulsion Solutions develops high-specific-power electric motors, generators and controllers for drones, advanced air mobility and aerospace systems. Based in Goleta, California, the engineering company applies proprietary electromagnetic design and magnetic-bearing expertise.