Meridian Flight Joins Altair Aerospace Startup Acceleration Program
07 Feb 2025
2 Min Read
CW Team
Altair, a global leader in computational intelligence, is thrilled to welcome Meridian Flight Systems to the Altair Aerospace Startup Acceleration Program (ASAP). Within ASAP, Meridian will utilise Altair鈥檚 next-generation simulation, data analytics, and high-performance computing (HPC) software and technical support to enhance the development of the Corra unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and its Hybrid Electric Range-Extending Microturbine Energy System (HERMES).
鈥淢eridian marks yet another fantastic addition to ASAP. We are excited to collaborate with them to push innovation in the development of heavy-lift UAVs,鈥� said Pietro Cervellera, senior vice president of aerospace and defense, Altair. 鈥淲ith our world-class software and technical support, we look forward to seeing what technologies arise from the Corra and HERMES projects.鈥�
鈥淛oining ASAP marks a significant advancement in our mission to develop cutting-edge UAV and hybrid power technologies,鈥� said Sa茂f-Deen Akanni, chief executive officer and chief technical officer, Meridian Flight Systems. 鈥淎ltair鈥檚 best-in-class software solutions and technical expertise will be instrumental in optimizing the design and performance of the Corra UAV, while accelerating the development of the Hybrid Electric Range-extending Microturbine Energy System (HERMES) towards achieving airworthiness certification and operational readiness.鈥�
Altair鈥檚 solutions and guidance will enable Meridian to optimize design processes, perform sophisticated simulations, and expedite the Corra UAV and HERMES projects from conception to certification and deployment. The collaboration鈥檚 key aspects include:
Comprehensive Software Access: Meridian will utilize Altair鈥檚 advanced simulation and optimization software, encompassing aerodynamics, structural integrity, aeroelastics, and thermal systems.
Dedicated Technical Support: Altair will provide expert guidance to ensure effective application of its software in complex aerospace projects.
Collaborative Research Initiatives: Both companies will coauthor research papers and present at industry conferences, sharing insights and new data derived from the Corra UAV and HERMES projects.
Meridian will demonstrate how Altair鈥檚 simulation tools facilitate the design, performance, and certification processes for both the Corra UAV and HERMES projects. This collaboration exemplifies a shared dedication to advancing aerospace innovation through rigorous analysis, data-driven research, and the broad dissemination of knowledge.
Altair, a global leader in computational intelligence, is thrilled to welcome Meridian Flight Systems to the Altair Aerospace Startup Acceleration Program (ASAP). Within ASAP, Meridian will utilise Altair鈥檚 next-generation simulation, data analytics, and high-performance computing (HPC) software and technical support to enhance the development of the Corra unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) and its Hybrid Electric Range-Extending Microturbine Energy System (HERMES).
鈥淢eridian marks yet another fantastic addition to ASAP. We are excited to collaborate with them to push innovation in the development of heavy-lift UAVs,鈥� said Pietro Cervellera, senior vice president of aerospace and defense, Altair. 鈥淲ith our world-class software and technical support, we look forward to seeing what technologies arise from the Corra and HERMES projects.鈥�
鈥淛oining ASAP marks a significant advancement in our mission to develop cutting-edge UAV and hybrid power technologies,鈥� said Sa茂f-Deen Akanni, chief executive officer and chief technical officer, Meridian Flight Systems. 鈥淎ltair鈥檚 best-in-class software solutions and technical expertise will be instrumental in optimizing the design and performance of the Corra UAV, while accelerating the development of the Hybrid Electric Range-extending Microturbine Energy System (HERMES) towards achieving airworthiness certification and operational readiness.鈥�
Altair鈥檚 solutions and guidance will enable Meridian to optimize design processes, perform sophisticated simulations, and expedite the Corra UAV and HERMES projects from conception to certification and deployment. The collaboration鈥檚 key aspects include:
Comprehensive Software Access: Meridian will utilize Altair鈥檚 advanced simulation and optimization software, encompassing aerodynamics, structural integrity, aeroelastics, and thermal systems.
Dedicated Technical Support: Altair will provide expert guidance to ensure effective application of its software in complex aerospace projects.
Collaborative Research Initiatives: Both companies will coauthor research papers and present at industry conferences, sharing insights and new data derived from the Corra UAV and HERMES projects.
Meridian will demonstrate how Altair鈥檚 simulation tools facilitate the design, performance, and certification processes for both the Corra UAV and HERMES projects. This collaboration exemplifies a shared dedication to advancing aerospace innovation through rigorous analysis, data-driven research, and the broad dissemination of knowledge.
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