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 AeroVironment
Company Profile
Company Name:
AeroVironment
Original DBA Name:
AeroVironment, Inc.
President:
Timothy E. Conver
Founder:
Dr. Paul MacCready
In Business Since:
1971
Years in Profession: 37
Years
Business Address:
181 W. Huntington Drive, Suite 202, Monrovia, CA 91016
Business Phone:
626-357-9983
Fax:
626-359-9628
Contact
Email:
info@avinc.com
Completed InfoFAQ Exclusive Interview:
06/05/2008
InfoFAQ Exclusive Interview:
"Unmanned Aircraft Systems"
Company Information:
AeroVironment Information
Company News: Aerovironment
News, AV Press
Website:
AeroVironment Website
Online Store URL:
AeroVironment Store
Web Design:
Mineral Studios
Payment Methods:
VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX, DISCOVER
Merchant Category: Small UNMANNED AERIAL
VEHICLES (UAV's), Electric POWER SYSTEMS, Vehicle Power Systems, Rapid Charge
Systems, Power Processing
Services Include: Unmanned Aircraft,
PosiCharge Products, Power Processing Products, Rapid Charging of GSE Electric
Vehicles, Power Systems Used by Vehicle Manufacturers
Description:
AeroVironment, Inc. is one of the
top suppliers of unmanned aircrafts, fast charge and power
processing system solutions in the world. Our global customers are
growing continually in the areas of the Defense Industry, Automotive
Industry, Distribution & Logistics, and more. -
AeroVironment, Inc.
History:
Started by acclaimed physicist and engineer Dr.
Paul MacCready in 1971, AeroVironment quickly became a pioneer in the technology
of unmanned aircraft. With Dr. MacCready’s active role in all technology areas,
his team at AV, Inc. developed aircraft which are used by NASA, the U.S.
Military and other private companies. Many of his classic aircraft designs can
be seen today in the Smithsonian American History Museum, the National Air and
Space Museum in Washington D.C. and the Museum of Flight in Seattle, WA.
A pioneer in the field of alternative fuel, Dr. MacCready and AeroVironment
teamed with GM in the late 1980’s to create one of the first battery-powered
concept cars. This car later became a factor in creating California’s Zero
Emission Vehicle Mandate and was a great global example for alternative fuel
vehicles.
Quote from the
Founder:
"I'm
more interested in a world that works than what sells" -
Dr. Paul MacCready
Most Popular Products:
Unmanned Aircraft Systems
Our UAS are used by the United States Armed Forces for surveillance and
reconnaissance, Unmanned Aircraft Systems are the perfect devices for patrolling
and protecting citizens, especially in dangerous and targeted areas. They
provide autonomous or remote-controlled operation and precise GPS navigation.
PosiCharge Products
Our PosiCharge Systems provide the ideal way to charge vehicle batteries, within
just a 15 to 30 minute timeframe and without the use of a battery room. Such
charging methods can dramatically increase efficiency, as well as save time and
money for those involved in businesses and commutes dependant upon electric
vehicles.
Power Processing
Products
Our Power Processing Products offer the most efficient
way to test battery-operated vehicles as well as hybrids. Specific models can
also be used to test larger hybrids including buses, trucks, and military
vehicles.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Whether used to protect citizenry along borderlines or
to search for victims within a populated burning building, Unmanned Aerial
Vehicles can fly autonomously or through a remote control in order to provide
surveillance and reconnaissance. Some of our most prominent customers include
certain divisions of the United States Armed Forces.
EV Charging Systems
For those operating Electric Vehicles, especially in relation to business and
professional transportation services, we offer advanced EV Charging Systems that
will help increase the vehicle’s efficiency. Allowing Electric Vehicles to
charge faster and operate longer in-between charges, EV Charging Systems can
provide the ideal forefront for such vehicles.
EV Test Systems
The Electric Vehicles Test Systems that we provide allow for the analysis of
developing, examining, and integrating hybrid and fuel cell energy systems. Such
Test Systems are also prominently involved in the testing of AC and DC power
processing devices.
Clean Energy Systems
For the past several decades, we have been developing new and innovative methods
to further enhance Clean Energy Systems., including the use of wind, solar, and
oceanic energies for their products. Examples of our clean energy products can
be found on our Website and include the Gossamer Condor, AV Challenger, and the
GM Sunraycer.
UAS Products (Includes Data Sheet and
Videos):
Raven Unmanned
Aircraft - While the Raven B system is a newer and more advanced version of
the Raven A system, it possesses other features that help illustrate its
practicality and useful advantages. Guided by GPS navigation, The Raven B
airplane is currently the most enhanced Unmanned Aircraft System deployed
through the United Stated Armed Forces, and has the incredible ability to either
operate manually or independently according to desire or necessity.
Dragon Eye
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle - The preference of the United States Marine Corps,
the Dragon Eye airplane is a small Unmanned Aerial Vehicle programmed to fly
only autonomously and through a precise GPS navigational system. It is advanced
in producing an extremely low amount of noise and providing image-viewing in
real time. The Dragon Eye is also hard to detect once in flight, thus adding to
its advantages and practicality.
Puma Unmanned
Aircraft - The Puma is an impressive aircraft in its class, as it contains a
stronger payload capability than others. It also features qualities of other
small Unmanned Aircraft systems, moves with a GPS navigation system, and is easy
to utilize. Additionally, the Puma can also fly manually or autonomously, as
well as allow its operator to detect specific targets.
Wasp III Micro
Unmanned Aircraft - The smallest Unmanned Aircraft System, the Wasp III
Micro is known for its strong sense of dependability and its rugged nature. This
aircraft model is also portable, and can be trusted to ensure surveillance
whether it is day or night. Some of its features resemble those of the Swift and
the Puma, as it is also compatible with manual or autonomous flight options and
navigation.
Swift Unmanned
Aircraft - The Swift airplane is one that physically resembles the Dragon
Eye aircraft. While it can fly autonomously like the Dragon Eye model, the Swift
can also be operated manually. In addition, the Swift also provides reliable
surveillance during both daytime and nighttime.
Wasp II Micro
Unmanned Aircraft - The Wasp II Micro offers another version of a small
unmanned airplane, also known for its reliability and strong surveillance
capabilities. Like other aforementioned models, the Wasp II Micro may either fly
autonomously with a precise GPS navigational system, or be operated manually.
This particular aircraft is also AV’s smallest Unmanned Aircraft System.
Articles / Mentioned In:
• Barry, John and Thomas, Evan. “Up in the Sky, An Unblinking Eye.” Newsweek
4 June 2008
• Hinton, Christopher. “Some Defense Companies Could Benefit from Obama
Presidency” The Wall Street Journal 12 May 2008
• Pincus, Walter. “How Defense Research is Making Troops More Effective in
Wartime.” Washington Post 12 May 2008
• Tomlinson, Cpl Ryan. “2nd LAR Welcomes Raven.”
U.S. Marines Official
Website 4 April 2008.
Verified Memberships & Affiliations
Professional Memberships and Affiliations
for Dr. Paul MacCready
• InfoFAQ Expert
Merchant
• Membership in the National Academy of
Engineering
• Membership in the American Academy of Arts
and Sciences
• Membership in the American Philosophical
Society
• Fellow status in the American Institute of
Aeronautics and Astronautics
• American Meteorological Society
• Former AMS Certified Consulting
Meteorologist
• Member of the AMS Council
• International President of the International
Human-Powered Vehicle
• Service on many technical advisory committees and Boards of Directors for
government, industry (public and private corporations), educational
institutions, and foundations
• Director of the Lindbergh
Foundation and the Society for Amateur Scientists.
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