Minibee TRL2

Work done during TRL2

Current universities and schools working on the project

• Centrale Supelec : aeronautical simulation
  

File:201706 pres ECP aero.pdf
File:Suivi code 2017 3.0.pdf
File:Guide fonction code Version 1.0 ECP2016.pdf

• Estaca : Usages and engines
  

File:Rapport projet 5A Mini Bee intérieur.pdf
File:Masse Coûts approx Mini-Bee version ambulance.xlsx
File:2017 01 24 Planches VIP.pdf
File:Rapport projet Mini-Bee.pdf

File:BEE-PLANE REPORT 2016-2017 ISIEB v2.pdf

• Estaca SQY 4A : structure
  

File:RapportdeProjet structure estaca 4A 2017.pdf
File:RapportdeProjet1ersemestre.pdf
File:Soutenance 132F01.pdf
File:Soutenance du 2ème semestre (21F042F2017).pdf

• Supmeca : Structural and mechanical mock-up
  

File:SUPMECA FINAL 201706Bourget.pdf
File:Supmeca MotorisationMiniBee 201706Bourget.pdf
File:Mini-Bee Project 2017 - Aerodynamic optimisation.pdf
File:Présentation Mini-Bee optimisation aérodynamique 2017.pdf
File:Mini-bee soutenance2302 final.pdf
File:Rapport Mini-Bee v5-finale.pdf

• Ensta Bretagne
  

File:ENSTA Bretagne 201706Bourget.pdf

• Polito : equipements
  

File:Final Report Polito 23 02 17.pdf
File:Polito Supmeca presentation 23 02 17.pdf

• Ensta Bretagne : Scale flying mock-up
  

• ENSEA : Human interface
  

File:ENSEA 201706Bourget.pdf

• INSA : Seat
  

File:INSA pres NAE.pdf

• IUT Le Havre : Tilt
  

File:IUT LeHavre 201706Bourget.pdf

• IUT Rouen : capteur et intégration CEM
  

File:CEM IUT Rouen 201706Bourget.pdf
File:IUT Rouen Capteur 201706Bourget.pdf
File:Présentation24-06-17-2 IUT ROUEN 201706Bourget.pdf

• IUT Caen : Rotors and optimisation of power chain
  

File:IUT CAEN PstBgt 201706Bourget.pdf

• Esitech
  

File:ESITECH 201706Bourget.pdf

• Lycée Diderot : rear landing gear

File:Projet Personnelle Mini Bee Sagithan DEVAKUMARAN.pdf
File:Rapport de projet partie personelle SZASZ.pdf File:DIDEROT 201706Bourget.pdf

Mock-Up display

3D mock-up :
3D Mock-up by Hamza Fouatih

Mini-Bee configuration for TRL2.

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General characteritics

• Crew: 2 pilots
• Capacity: from 1 passenger and 1 patient to 3 passengers and 2 patients with central module
• Length: 6.01 m (19 ft 9 in)
• Height: 2,3 m (7 ft 7 in)
• Empty Weight: 850 kg (1,873 lb)
• Max Take-Off Weight: 1,200 kg (2,643 lb)
• Powerplant: Piston engine for 250 kW at Take-Off and electric motors
• Central rotor area: 12,6 m ² (41.5 sq ft)
• Wing rotor area: 10,6 m ² (35 sq ft)
• Wings Area: 8,66 m² (28.5 sq ft)
• Airfoil: Davis basic B-24
• Fuel Capacity: 150 l ()

Performance

• Cruise speed: 250 km/h (155 mph | 135 kn)
• Max speed: 300km/h (186 mph | 162 kn)
• Range: 500 km (311 mi | 270 nm)
• Service ceiling: 4,000 m (13,000 ft)
• Rate of climb: 6,45 m/s (1,270 ft/min)

Advancing Mini-Bee at TRL2: Collaborative Efforts and Technical Progress

The Mini-Bee project has reached a significant milestone at TRL2, showcasing the remarkable progress achieved through collaboration among various universities and schools. This collaborative endeavor is driving innovation and advancements in medical aviation. Here, we highlight the key contributions and areas of focus during the TRL2 phase:

Contributors and Specializations Numerous universities have joined forces to propel the Mini-Bee project forward:

Centrale Supelec: Specializing in aeronautical simulation, they have made notable contributions to the project's technical aspects.

Estaca: Focusing on usages and engines, Estaca has played a crucial role in advancing the project's engine technologies and applications.

Estaca SQY 4A: Concentrating on structural aspects, Estaca SQY 4A has contributed valuable insights into the aircraft's structural design.

Supmeca: Their expertise in structural and mechanical mock-ups has significantly enhanced the project's development.

Ensta Bretagne, Polito, ENSEA, INSA, IUT Le Havre, IUT Rouen, IUT Caen, and Esitech have each brought their unique specializations to the project, further enriching its scope and capabilities.

Mock-Up Display A 3D mock-up of Mini-Bee, meticulously created by Hamza Fouatih, offers a detailed and interactive view of the aircraft's configuration during the TRL2 phase. This display provides a visual representation of the project's progress and design.

General Characteristics Mini-Bee, in its TRL2 configuration, boasts the following key characteristics:

Crew: Two pilots Capacity: Variable, accommodating passengers and patients with a central module Dimensions: Length of 6.01 meters (19 ft 9 in) and a height of 2.3 meters (7 ft 7 in) Weight: Empty weight of 850 kg (1,873 lb) and a maximum take-off weight of 1,200 kg (2,643 lb) Powerplant: Combining a piston engine for 250 kW at take-off with electric motors Rotor Areas: Central rotor area of 12.6 m² (41.5 sq ft) and wing rotor area of 10.6 m² (35 sq ft) Wings Area: 8.66 m² (28.5 sq ft) Airfoil: Utilizing the Davis basic B-24 airfoil Fuel Capacity: 150 liters Performance Mini-Bee exhibits impressive performance metrics:

Cruise Speed: 250 km/h (155 mph | 135 kn) Maximum Speed: 300 km/h (186 mph | 162 kn) Range: 500 km (311 mi | 270 nm) Service Ceiling: 4,000 meters (13,000 ft) Rate of Climb: 6.45 m/s (1,270 ft/min) This collaborative effort represents a significant step forward in the development of Mini-Bee, and it sets the stage for further advancements and innovations in the field of medical aviation. Stay tuned for more updates as Mini-Bee continues its journey towards higher TRL levels.