FF Twin
Connected UAV model

Model. Simulate. Optimize.

Develop UAVs faster with fewer physical iterations.

FF Twin brings mission requirements, vehicle design, optimization, production, training, operation and maintenance into one connected platform — so more can happen digitally, before you build.

How it works

Physical iterations cost weeks and can be replaced by digital iterations taking only seconds to compute. A connected model validates every component digitally — and optimizes it for your mission.

Traditional development
  1. Mission
  2. Build & test
  3. Analyse
  4. Redesign
Physical iterations

Weeks per loop. Every answer costs a prototype.

With FF Twin
  1. 01Mission
  2. 02Model
  3. 03Simulate
  4. 04Optimize
PropulsionOptimized
AerodynamicsOptimized
EnergyOptimized
Continuous digital validation

All components validated together — optimized for your mission.

FF Twin moves design iteration from hardware into a digital model — reducing the number of physical build-test cycles.
One UAV · One model
One system

One UAV. One system.

Change one parameter, see the effect on all aspects of the complete vehicle.

Input
  • Mission
  • Payload
  • Range
  • Speed
  • Environment
  • Operational requirements
AerodynamicsPropulsionFlight DynamicsEnergy

FF Twin

Model · Simulator · Analyzer · Optimizer

Output
  • Vehicle design
  • Component selection
  • Energy use
  • Flight performance
  • Control strategy
  • Mission profile

The model treats geometry, components, airflow, power and control as connected parts of the same UAV.

Lifecycle

One model throughout the lifecycle.

The UAV model is reused instead of rebuilt at every stage.

  1. 01

    Mission

    Define goals, use and requirements

  2. 02

    Design

    Geometry, components and performance

  3. 03

    Produce

    Suppliers, components and configuration

  4. 04

    Train

    Simulation and pilot training

  5. 05

    Operate

    Mission planning, control and automation

  6. 06

    Improve

    Digital twin, maintenance and redesign

The same UAV modelModel · Simulator · Analyzer · Optimizer · Controller
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Find out what your drone can do better.

FF Twin connects a fragmented UAV development process.

Typical approach
  • Separate tools
  • Separate experts
  • Separate models
  • Physical iteration
  • One-size-fits-all designs
FF Twin
  • One UAV model
  • One connected workflow
  • Digital iteration
  • Mission-specific optimization
  • Reusable throughout the lifecycle

A UAV engine for developing, adapting and operating unmanned systems.

Built on physics-based models and peer-reviewed multirotor research.

Component Explorer

See the challenge and the FF Twin solution

The FF Twin Component Explorer lets you explore the role of each component in your UAV design. Click any component to understand the challenge it presents and how FF Twin addresses it. Supports multirotors, fixed wings, VTOL and rockets.

  • Multirotor
  • VTOL / Fixed Wing
  • Rocket

Built on peer-reviewed aerodynamic research.

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