Pegasus VTOL
Hybrid VTOL UAS
The Robotic Research Pegasus VTOL is a hybrid unmanned aircraft system designed for persistent intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) and autonomous mission execution in tactical environments.
Mission Profile
The Pegasus VTOL is engineered to provide critical, persistent ISR capabilities to defense customers, bridging the gap between traditional fixed-wing and rotary-wing UAS. Its hybrid design allows for vertical takeoff and landing from confined spaces without the need for launch and recovery equipment, while transitioning to efficient fixed-wing flight for extended endurance and range. This enables flexible deployment in diverse operational theaters, from forward operating bases to austere environments. The platform is designed for autonomous operation, leveraging advanced AI to execute complex missions, collect high-fidelity data, and provide real-time situational awareness. It serves as a vital asset for tactical overwatch, target acquisition, force protection, and battlefield assessment, enhancing decision-making and operational effectiveness for ground forces.
Key Features
- ▸Hybrid Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) and fixed-wing flight capability.
- ▸Long endurance for persistent ISR missions.
- ▸Advanced autonomous flight and mission execution capabilities.
- ▸Modular payload bay supporting various sensors (e.g., EO/IR, SIGINT, LiDAR).
- ▸Rugged, all-weather design for tactical environments.
- ▸Rapid deployment and minimal logistical footprint.
- ▸Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) communication capability.
Specifications
- ceiling
- Not publicly disclosed
- configuration
- Hybrid VTOL tail-sitter, transitioning to fixed-wing horizontal flight.
- endurance
- Up to 24 hours (configuration dependent)
- mtow
- Not publicly disclosed
- payload
- Up to 25 lbs (11.3 kg)
- propulsion
- Hybrid electric and internal combustion engine.
- range
- Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS)
- speed
- Not publicly disclosed
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About the Manufacturer
Robotic Research builds intelligent autonomy systems for unmanned ground vehicles, aerial platforms, and underground robots — with a portfolio that spans military convoy autonomy, transit autonomy, and unmanned aerial autonomy.