Pang: UAV Factory is located in Latvia, with sales and service here in the US. We offer this complete fly-out-of-the-box system, which includes a Launcher. This UAV you are looking at (Penguin C) is set up for military use, but can be used be used in a number of commercial applications.
Me: What is the advantage of the Catapult? (I ask obvious questions a lot, but sometimes I am surprised by the answers).
Pang: Most fixed wing need a runway, this can launch in a 50 sq. meter diameter area. It can be set up in 15 minutes.
Me: Advantages to the parachute system?
Pang: Weight and aerodynamics, much more streamlined with no landing gear. Also, we have a 20 hour endurance with this gas powered vehicle. We are under the FAA 55 weight limit also.
The Penguin B platform is a Do It Yourself system. It has a huge payload area that is very customizable. The gas motor includes an electric generator, which provides power for the servos and autopilot. You can build your own compartments, etc. It is a heavily modified 3W 28 cc motor, fuel injected.
Me: Very Cool!
Me: I am amazed by the fuel injection system...
Pang: 2 years in the development of the system. Also, there is a super silent silent muffler, very quiet while in the air.
Me: Ok, (I was ready to wrap up it when he interrupted me, he really is proud of these UAVs!)
Pang: So the Penguin B is primarily a runway take off and landing system, but it can be mounted on the launcher. The Penguin C is full turnkey. We use our own gimbal, with a live HD data link. Right now we are flying this UAV in Latvia, LIVE during the show.
Me: (I can see the monitor to the right, what the UAV is seeing, looks like farm land in Latvia).
Pang: After the Parachute is deployed, there is an airbag which is deployed for the landing. The chute also detaches from the vehicle upon landing, so the wind doesn't pull it around on the ground.
Me: This is a serious machine! Thats not a Takata air bag is it? (laughing). Just a joke.....
Pang: (He didn't laugh at all and kept right on going)...
Me: Size of your company, and always my last question, are you hiring?
Pang: Around 70 people, and yes we are looking for a sales rep in the US. I am the Asian Rep.
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