Aurora Mock-9

Experimental VTOL Testbeds

Concepts developed from original sketches and hybridized lift geometries (Aurora-series cues + F-35B-style VTOL). Models and specs are in active development and will be accompanied by validated CFD (ANSYS) and FEA (LS-DYNA) summaries. AI tools were used for layout/documentation only—not for geometry generation or analysis.

Methodology →
RAVEN-X VTOL concept—ducted lift
RAVEN-X
Status: ConceptCFD: ANSYS (planned)FEA: LS-DYNA (planned)

Tier: Tier 2

Systems: Tactical system suite under test conditions.

SHADOW VARIANT VTOL—variable tilt
SHADOW VARIANT
Status: ConceptCFD: ANSYS (planned)FEA: LS-DYNA (planned)

Tier: Tier 1

Systems: Transition thrust vector systems test.

VEILRUNNER VTOL—hoverlock insertion
VEILRUNNER
Status: ConceptCFD: ANSYS (planned)FEA: LS-DYNA (planned)

Tier: Tier 1

Systems: Silent insertion system.

NIGHT FLIGHT VTOL—IR field navigation
NIGHT FLIGHT
Status: ConceptCFD: ANSYS (planned)FEA: LS-DYNA (planned)

Tier: Tier 3

Systems: IR field simulation.

CUTAWAY-9 VTOL—structure reveal
CUTAWAY-9
Status: ConceptCFD: ANSYS (planned)FEA: LS-DYNA (planned)

Tier: Tier 1

Systems: Airflow and frame analysis.

MULTIWING ASCENT VTOL—confined climb
MULTIWING ASCENT
Status: ConceptCFD: ANSYS (planned)FEA: LS-DYNA (planned)

Tier: Tier 2

Systems: Confined space vertical ascent.

SAGEFRAME VTOL—ML stabilization
SAGEFRAME
Status: ConceptCFD: ANSYS (planned)FEA: LS-DYNA (planned)

Tier: Tier 2

Systems: Machine learning flight correction.

SCORCH OPS VTOL—thermal trial
SCORCH OPS
Status: ConceptCFD: ANSYS (planned)FEA: LS-DYNA (planned)

Tier: Tier 2

Systems: Thermal resistance optimization.

UI-REACTOR HUD—interface mock
UI-REACTOR HUD
Status: ConceptCFD: ANSYS (planned)FEA: LS-DYNA (planned)

Tier: Tier 2

Systems: Heads-up display & energy/status feedback.

POWER NODES—subsystem power map
POWER NODES
Status: ConceptCFD: ANSYS (planned)FEA: LS-DYNA (planned)

Tier: Tier 3

Systems: Wiring and balance isolation check.

Aurora Mock-9 Loadout Grid

Aurora Mock-9 Loadout Grid

Raven-X
RAVEN-X // Hoverlock Snapshot
Role: Recon Prototype
Lift Type: Dual Duct Lift
Range: Short
Tech Specs for RAVEN-X:
• Quick takeoff/landing in urban zones.
• Dual-duct lift for stability under wind.
• Gyro stabilization for tight navigation.
• Short endurance optimized for recon.
Shadow Variant
SHADOW VARIANT // Cruise Tilt Trial
Role: Stealth Ops
Lift Type: Covert Glide
Range: Mid Range
Tech Specs for SHADOW VARIANT:
• Silent thrust-vector transition for stealth.
• Low-noise propulsion for hover trials.
• Mid-range capability for covert missions.
• Optimized for tactical insertions.
Veilrunner
VEILRUNNER // Hoverlock Insertion
Role: Silent Deployment
Lift Type: Hoverlock
Use Case: Low-altitude Insertion
Tech Specs for VEILRUNNER:
• Stealth optimized for low altitude ops.
• Hoverlock propulsion minimizes noise.
• Ideal for covert deployment close to target.
Night Flight
NIGHT FLIGHT // IR Field Sim
Role: Night Ops
Lift Type: IR Beacon Track
Range: 160m Field
Tech Specs for NIGHT FLIGHT:
• Infrared sensors for night navigation.
• IR beacon tracking for precision flight.
• Built for urban/forest night operations.
• 160 m IR range.
Cutaway-9
CUTAWAY-9 // Structure Reveal
Role: Structural Analysis
Lift Type: Exposed Lift
Range: Medium
Tech Specs for CUTAWAY-9:
• Showcases internal airflow and frame.
• Demonstrates aerodynamic pathways.
• Built for educational/testbed analysis.
Multiwing Ascent
MULTIWING ASCENT // Confined Climb
Role: Vertical Climb
Lift Type: Dual-wing Ascent
Range: Short
Tech Specs for MULTIWING ASCENT:
• High thrust optimized for vertical boost.
• Dual-wing design for stability.
• Handles narrow takeoff zones.
Sageframe
SAGEFRAME // ML Flight Correction
Role: Stability Enhancement
Lift Type: ML Optimized
Range: Mid Range
Tech Specs for SAGEFRAME:
• Machine learning corrects drift/turbulence.
• Improves stability under harsh air.
• Optimized for long-flight reliability.
Scorch Ops
SCORCH OPS // Thermal Trial
Role: Heat Stress Testing
Lift Type: High-Temp Lift
Range: Desert Trials
Tech Specs for SCORCH OPS:
• Tested under desert high heat.
• Thermal resistance optimized.
• Endurance under extreme climate.
UI-Reactor HUD
UI-REACTOR HUD // Interface Mock
Role: Interface Design
Lift Type: UI Control
Range: Testbed
Tech Specs for UI-REACTOR HUD:
• Heads-up display interface.
• Energy + system status feedback.
• Testbed for cockpit UI concepts.
Power Nodes
POWER NODES // Subsystem Map
Role: Energy Distribution
Lift Type: Power Management
Range: Subsystem
Tech Specs for POWER NODES:
• Maps subsystem power distribution.
• Ensures redundancy + balance.
• Critical wiring optimization.

3D Concept Models & Simulation Data

Immersive 3D models of the VTOL concepts are being finalized for web preview, alongside validated simulation datasets.

The release will include CFD (ANSYS) flow results and FEA (LS-DYNA) structural responses, with concise data specifications and comparison plots.

Status: preparing geometry layers, meshing notes, solver settings, and post-processing pipelines for publication.

Coming soon: interactive 3D preview with data overlays (rotation, section cuts, animation timelines).

CFD — Flow Field Visualization (ANSYS)

Will include solver setup, boundary conditions, mesh metrics, residual histories, and integrated forces.
Flow Summary (PDF)

FEA — Structural Stress Map (LS-DYNA)

Will include load cases, constraints, material models, contact definitions, and peak responses (with safety factors).
Stress Report (PDF)

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