Penguin B

Penguin B

Penguin B

Product catalog summary
Overview: The Penguin B is a high-performance unmanned aircraft designed for endurance and versatility. It features a modular composite structure, fast assembly, and a removable payload bay. The aircraft is capable of up to 26.5 hours of endurance with a 4 kg payload and can handle up to 11.5 kg of combined fuel and payload weight.
Specifications: The Penguin B has a wingspan of 3.3 meters and a length of 2.27 meters. It is equipped with a 2.5 hp powerplant and can carry a maximum payload of 10 kg. The aircraft is designed for catapult, runway, or car-top launch and is sealed against rain and snow.
Performance: The Penguin B offers over 20 hours of endurance, with a cruise speed of 22 m/s and a stall speed of 13 m/s. It features a high lift flap system for excellent flight handling and a maximum level speed of 36 m/s.
Design Features: The Penguin B's modular design allows for easy removal and interchangeability of components. It includes a swappable universal payload mount and quick release joints for fast assembly. The aircraft also features industrial-grade push-pull connectors and oversized access covers.
Payload and Integration: The Penguin B provides 20 liters of fuselage volume for payloads and supports a maximum payload weight of 10 kg. It offers CAD models for payload and autopilot integration, and recommends using Piccolo autopilot systems.
Engine and Fuel Options: The Penguin B can be equipped with an advanced fuel-injected engine from Currawong Engineering, offering improved fuel efficiency and reliability. It supports various engine upgrades and fuel system enhancements for extended endurance.
Launch and Landing Systems: The aircraft can take off using a portable pneumatic catapult, car-top launcher, or runway. It offers optional heavy-duty landing gear for rough terrain and a heated pitot probe to prevent ice formation.
Accessories and Upgrades: The Penguin B supports a range of accessories, including a rugged transportation case, fuel level sensors, and an 80 W generator system. It also offers validated autopilot configuration files for autonomous operations.
Ground Control Station: A portable ground control station is available, compatible with various autopilot systems. It features dual display functionality and advanced safety features.
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Catalog excerpts

Penguin B-1

Datasheet v 2.0 UNMANNED PLATFORMS AND SUBSYSTEMS Penguin B platform ready for payload and autopilot integration 20+ hour endurance 2 Fuel injected engine option Up to 10 kg payload capacity Penguin's philosophy: Designed as a high performance unmanned aircraft, Penguin B is capable of up to 26.5 hour endurance with the 4 kg payload. 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. 80 W power from onboard generator system Available as an airframe ready for the autopilot and payload integration. Free Piccolo® autopilot configuration files Catapult, car-top or runway takeoff Wide range of standard subsystems and options Empty Weight (excl fuel and payload)1 10 kg Wing Span Length Takeoff method Catapult, Runway or car top launch Short lead time for standard configurations Wing Area Sealed against rain, snow Penguin B with engine and servo package. Performance: Parameter Endurance Cruise Speed Stall Speed (with high lift system) Max Level Speed Takeoff run CL max (45° flap deflection) U AV F a c t o r y U S A L L C 50 South Buckhout Street Irvington, NY 10533 USA Phone: +1 (914) 591 3070 Fax: +1 (914) 591 3715 [email protected] Penguin B with fuel injected engine and 7500cc fuel tank. Sea level altitude, 15 kg aircraft weight, 15 C°. Sea level altitude, 15 kg aircraft weight, 15 C°, concrete runway.

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Penguin B-2

Performance: Sleek and efficient design gives 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 with the fuel injected 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 Vtail geometry. Meeting your mission requirements: STEP 1 Configure Penguin B • Select your engine type and onboard generator • Select takeoff method • Select landing gear type • Select fuel tank volume and fuel level sensors •...

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Penguin B-3

Modular design: All components of the 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 the Penguin B airframe. Oversize access covers are equipped with DZUS type 1/4 turn quick fasteners, tail-booms are equipped with a purpose developed quick release aluminum joints. V TAIL JOINT Efficient gas engine with electronic fuel injection and 80 W power generator. RIGHT...

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Penguin B-4

List of options: Penguin B Preconfigured Package: Penguin B with servos, and engine package. - Penguin B composite airframe - Swappable universal payload mount - Preinstalled main landing gear - Steerable suspension nose leg with servo - Spinner - Wing GPS compartment - Installed push-pull connector between the wing and the tail-boom - Preinstalled 28 cc pusher gas 2 stroke engine - Cable choke assembly - Vibration damping engine mount - Digital servos - Aluminum servo mounts for wing and tail plane - Propeller - 3000 cc fuel tank with fuel tubing - Refueling dots - Servo wiring. Quick release...

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Penguin B-5

Engine Options: 80 W Generator system upgrade. Onboard generator system, factory installed on 28i/CS engine. High efficiency and reliability. Includes 6V and 12V outputs, short circuit protection, integrated LiPolymer charger, integrated current sensors and RS-232 connection for monitoring power parameters in real time. Fuel System Upgrades: 7500 cc fuel tank. Large glass fiber fuel tank for maximum endurance. With carbureted engines, 12-15 hours endurance can be achieved. With EFI engine 20+ hours can be achieved. Fuel level sensor for 7500 cc fuel tank. Precise fuel level sensor integrated...

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Penguin B-6

Autopilot Configuration files: Procerus Technologies Kestrel Autopilot configuration file. Validated for autonomous flight, autonomous catapult takeoff and autonomous runway landing. Spare parts: Penguin B bare airframe Penguin B composite airframe -Swappable universal payload mount -Preinstalled main landing gear -Steerable suspension nose leg -Spinner -Wing GPS compartment -Installed push-pull connector between the wing and the tail-boom Does not include: engine, propeller, servos, servo mounts, servo linkages, engine mounts, fuel system, autopilot, antennas, payload, batteries, onboard generator....

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