UAE-made UAV appeals

[KRAIT]

6 missiles and can hunt UAVs. Now this is a huge leap.

 

[500]

@500 @gambit

Feel free guys in taking part of the discussion here. And your opinion of this UAV plz.

Well concept is interesting. Originally it supposed to have one push propeller with hybrid engine. Now they switched to two regular engines with two propellers. That's less effecient than one. I doubt it will fly for 100 hours and 1000 kg of load for this size UAV is obviously way overstretched. Flying video is small RC model. It will take long a time before it became operational.

 

[BLACKEAGLE]

Well concept is interesting. Originally it supposed to have one push propeller with hybrid engine. Now they switched to two regular engines with two propellers. That's less effecient than one. I doubt it will fly for 100 hours and 1000 kg of load for this size UAV is obviously way overstretched. Flying video is small RC model. It will take long a time before it became operational.

Then why did they display it in the exhibition with those specs? The designer of this plane confirmed it's specs and said that USA and Russia are seeking to produce it beside other developed countries. For the missiles part, not all the ten misses will be under the wings, some are inside the plane, it's like a roll of missiles.I am not aware if it's under tests or ready, but guess it's ready since they displayed for buyers.

 

[Bubblegum Crisis]

^^

Quote :

Adcom Unveils Innovative UAV at Dubai Air Show

Dubai Air Show
by David Donald

November 13, 2011, 10:58 AM

Arguably the most impressive new design on display at Dubai is Adcom Systems’ latest unmanned air vehicle, the United 40. Based in Abu Dhabi, the company has forged a reputation for taking innovative approaches to UAV and aerial target design, and the United 40 does not disappoint due to its tandem-wing layout and dramatic S-shaped fuselage.

The tandem-wing UAV concept that has resulted in the United 40 has been in research and development for about four years. In its formative years it was given development designations in the X range, but later became known as the Shaheen. It has recently received its new name to honor of the 40th anniversary of the creation of the United Arab Emirates.

Flight trials with scale models of tandem-wing designs began around two years ago, the models increasing in size and complexity. The final test vehicle was powered by two small tractor engines mounted on the rear wing, and had a span of six meters. Armed with results from these flight tests, Adcom has now built the full-scale aircraft, and it is intended to fly in the next few weeks.

A tandem wing was selected for a number of reasons. Most importantly it is very forgiving in terms of center-of-gravity limits, while it also reduces ground footprint. The incidence of the front wing can be altered to provide pitch control and trim. The wings themselves offer very high lift, resulting in an extraordinary glide ratio of 1:43. Span is 57 feet 6 inches and the lifting area of the wing is 262 sq ft.

Climb performance is expected to be excellent, based on data from the scale-model trials. Takeoff/landing speed could be as low as 33 mph, and the vehicle has an expected ceiling of more than 23,000 feet. Maximum takeoff weight is around 2,205 pounds, and up to 211 U.S. gallons of fuel can be carried giving a long endurance. Of that total 63.4 U.S. gallons is held in the wings. Payloads can be carried externally under the fuselage, in an internal bay, or in up to four under-wing pods.

Another unusual feature of the United 40 is its hybrid powerplant, which comprises a primary 120-hp Rotax 914UL engine driving a pusher propeller in the tail, augmented for takeoff and climbout by an 80-hp electric motor mounted further forward.


Yabhon-Namrod UAV Warhead

Displayed alongside the United 40 is a new weapon intended for use with the UAV. The Yabhon-Namrod has been designed by Adcom to be carried internally on an eight-round rotary launcher. It has a straight wing that swivels into position on launch, and a small jet engine that can power the weapon to around 620 mph over a range of around 37 miles.

Yabhon-Namrod weighs about 66 pounds. The warhead is based on that of a standard 100mm artillery round. A range of guidance methods could be employed, including infrared and laser, as well as GPS/inertial.


AINonline


Aviation International News


One engine (Dubai Air Show 2011)






Two engines (IDEX UAE 2013)

 

[United]

Well concept is interesting. Originally it supposed to have one push propeller with hybrid engine. Now they switched to two regular engines with two propellers. That's less effecient than one. I doubt it will fly for 100 hours and 1000 kg of load for this size UAV is obviously way overstretched. Flying video is small RC model. It will take long a time before it became operational.

a v12 engine is also "less efficient" for fuel consumption.........remember this bird is designed to secure borders and destroy enemy incoming drones,

they have purchased predator xp for scouting purpose.

Before they were blind, deaf and dumb and Now they are beginning to see, hear and sense this technology leap is huge

after all worlds best and the brightest agencies are monitoring these show's

yes the video is RC modèle.

 

[500]

Then why did they display it in the exhibition with those specs? The designer of this plane confirmed it's specs and said that USA and Russia are seeking to produce it beside other developed countries. For the missiles part, not all the ten misses will be under the wings, some are inside the plane, it's like a roll of missiles.I am not aware if it's under tests or ready, but guess it's ready since they displayed for buyers.

1000 kg payload is obviously way too much for UAV with max take off weight of 1500 kg. 400 kg at most.

 

[United]

1000 kg payload is obviously way too much for UAV with max take off weight of 1500 kg. 400 kg at most.

Maximum takeoff weight is around 2,205 kg.................read this is simple english even 4 u.

 

[500]

Maximum takeoff weight is around 2,205 pounds.................

No its 3,306 pounds or 1500 kg.

YABHON United 40

Next time learn to read properly before attacking my english and putting idiotic smilies.

 

[United]

No its 3,306 pounds or 1500 kg.

YABHON United 40

Next time learn to read properly before attacking my english and putting idiotic smilies.

2 propeller+1 jet engine added from the 1st prototype

the same manual u quote from also says Payload weight 1000KG ur logic fails when u contradict the same source

I quote David Donald:-

"Originally powered by a tail-mounted Rotax pusher engine, which was augmented for take-off/ climb by an internal electric motor, the design now features a pair of tractor engines under the forward wings, and has a taller fin. With a fuel tank capacity of 1,400 litres, the United 40 has a claimed endurance of more than 100 hours. Maximum payload is 1,050kg and ceiling is 8,000m."

United 40 has gone twins (read carefully)
http://www.janes.com/events/exhibitions/idex-2013/news/feb-19/United-40-goes-twin.aspx

US Global Observer has 168 recorded hrs in hand its payload changed from 1000 to 1600 kg from the 1st to 2nd prototype.

this is a weaponized long-endurance first of its kind.

united 40 is a nick given for the 40yrs of uniting, on the 42 union it will be united 42 don't stick to figures.

in any case idiotic smile looks good on u.

 

[Bubblegum Crisis]

In view specifications provided …


United 40 UAV with only ‘One engine’

Max. take-off weight: 3,306 lb (1,500 kg)

Payload weight: 2,204 lb (1,000 kg)

Power Hybrid:

- Main engine: 115 hp
- Electric power: 80 hp

The Electric power (Power Hybrid) reduces fuel consumption. And therefore endurance fully loaded.







Link Adcom Systems (United 40 UAV, one engine) :

YABHON United 40



Probably with ‘Two engines’ (Block 5 configuration)

Max. take-off weight: ~ 6,612 lb (3,000 kg)

Payload weight: ~ 4,408 lb (2,000 kg)

Power Hybrid (surely also):

- 2 engines: 115 hp
- Electric power: > 100 hp...

The Electric power (Power Hybrid) reduces fuel consumption. And therefore endurance fully loaded.








Note :

General Atomics MQ-1B Predator

General characteristics (Data from USAF MQ-1 fact sheet)

Max. takeoff weight: 2,250 lb (1,020 kg)

Empty weight: 1,130 lb (512 kg)

Powerplant: 1 × Rotax 914F turbocharged four-cylinder engine, 115 hp (86 kW)


Source US. Air Force official web site :

http://www.af.mil/information/factsheets/factsheet.asp?fsID=122

 

[Bubblegum Crisis]

United 40 UAV with ‘One engine’ (Power Hybrid)...


Quote :

United 40 goes twin



IDEX UAE 2013 - United 40 UAV (Block 5 configuration) with two engines


By: Published: 19 Feb 2013

One of the most impressive displays in the outside exhibition area is Adcom’s United 40 medium-altitude, longendurance (MALE) unmanned air vehicle, writes David Donald.

The design was first revealed in 2011 at the Dubai air show, its name reflecting the 40th anniversary of the United Arab Emirates that was celebrated that year.

Since that time, the design has evolved from the Block 1 configuration shown at Dubai to the Block 5 that is on display here.

Originally powered by a tail-mounted Rotax pusher engine, which was augmented for take-off/ climb by an internal electric motor, the design now features a pair of tractor engines under the forward wings, and has a taller fin. With a fuel tank capacity of 1,400 litres, the United 40 has a claimed endurance of more than 100 hours. Maximum payload is 1,050kg and ceiling is 8,000m.

Based in Abu Dhabi, Adcom (Stand CP-320) has forged a reputation for taking innovative approaches to UAV design, and the United 40 does not disappoint on account of its serpentine fuselage and tandem-wing layout.

The latter was adopted as it provides very forgiving centre-of-gravity limits, and it reduces ground footprint when compared with a more traditional wing configuration.

Adcom began flight tests with small-scale tandem-wing designs in 2009, with increasingly larger vehicles being flown. The United 40 has been flown in its Block 5 configuration.

United 40 can carry up to 10 powered precision bombs, with four carried externally on pylons under the rear wing, and six more on an internal launcher.

The weapons have a swivelling wing and a small jet engine.


Janes.com

Defense & Security Intelligence & Analysis: IHS Jane's | IHS

 

[BLACKEAGLE]

Maximum takeoff weight is around 2,205 kg.................read this is simple english even 4 u.

I know what made you reply like this, about 98% of members here tend to underestimate others stuff either out of jealousy or ignorance, but 500 is not one of them.

 

[500]

A plane with similar tandem wing design:

Scaled Composites Proteus - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

It is also designed for long endurance.

 

[Bubblegum Crisis]

What would be interesting, now, is to know the price of this Union 40 UAV, particularly the ‘Block 5 configuration’. ^^

 

[BLACKEAGLE]

No its 3,306 pounds or 1500 kg.

YABHON United 40

Next time learn to read properly before attacking my english and putting idiotic smilies.

You are talking about the old one, with the one engine.