Process development for pressing hull components

Important results from the project

Origon Utveckling AB is the main applicant and SmartPlanes is the brand for our UAVs. The purpose of the project was to verify the materials, manufacturing process and performance of the hull components for our new UAV Odin in a unique thin material. The lightweight hull gives the Odin unique characteristics in terms of performance in relation to its size. After the project, we have knowledge of how we can scale up the production of our UAV for series production.

Expected long term effects

Through the project, we have carried out a large number of tests and modifications and developed processes so that we can press the material thin in an efficient way. We now see opportunities to scale up the manufacturing process and now have knowledge of what investments are required to do so. Now we can market our UAV Odin in a new attractive way.

Approach and implementation

The project has been carried out partly by frequent project meetings via teams as the project parties are geographically dispersed in the country and partly through on-site test pressings in Ljungby with all project parties. Project parties have carried out the various activities within their areas of expertise, which we then reviewed at recurring project meetings during the project period. The arrangement has worked well, by working focused with several parties in the project it becomes efficient and gives the desired results.