Intelligent Energy has introduced the IE-SOAR range of lightweight hydrogen fuel cell modules designed specifically for fixed wing, rotary wing, and VTOL applications. Read the technical brochure > >
Enhanced Flight Endurance
The IE-SOAR modules have provided a direct replacement for traditional battery technology, offering a higher energy-to-mass ratio that is approximately double that of standard batteries. This advancement has allowed UAVs to fly further and for longer durations, effectively unchaining them from the restrictive flight times typically associated with battery power. By utilizing only hydrogen and ambient air to produce clean DC power, the modules have enabled previously impossible applications and have made Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations more viable due to the extended range provided.
Technical Versatility and Integration
The IE-SOAR units have delivered clean power outputs ranging from 800W to 2.4kW. These modules have been designed with the flexibility to be integrated together in parallel, reaching higher power outputs of up to 24kW. This modularity has allowed the technology to target a broad spectrum of industries, including mapping, LiDAR, linear inspection, and defence. The systems are 6S to 16S compatible and have been engineered to automatically follow load demand in the same manner as a battery.
Comparative Advantages
When compared to internal combustion engines, these hydrogen fuel cells have remained near silent during operation and have required reduced maintenance due to a lack of moving parts and the absence of a need for tuning. In comparison to batteries, the technology has offered faster refuelling times and built-in power system redundancy. The IE-SOAR modules have been designed for safety and reliability, ensuring they are single point failure tolerant.
Diverse Industrial Applications
The transition to hydrogen fuel cell UAVs has increased operational efficiency and lowered the cost per flight hour when utilized at volume. These systems have been successfully applied to parcel delivery, cinematography, civil inspection, agriculture, and military surveillance. By removing the constraints of flight time, Intelligent Energy has positioned itself as an expert in providing robust, cost-effective power solutions for the modern drone industry.
Read IE-SOAR hydrogen fuel cells for UAVs for more information and find a technical brochure.
