Brian L. HinmanAutorotation for Electric Rotorcraft: The RecipeI’ve written a couple of articles about the importance of adapting autorotation technology to the modern era of electric rotorcraft. In…Apr 24, 2023Apr 24, 2023
Brian L. HinmanThe Quad-Copter Optimized for Forward FlightI’ve been in love with quad-copters for many years. A little-known fact is that the quad-copter predated the single-rotor helicopter…Mar 6, 2023Mar 6, 2023
Brian L. HinmanDrones Falling from the SkyAnticipating a future when drones will be buzzing overhead, performing autonomous tasks like food deliveries to construction sites, the FAA…Jan 25, 2023Jan 25, 2023
Brian L. HinmaneCTOLs: Five Reasons to be ExcitedElectrification and automation are revolutionizing ground transportation, and we have every reason to expect the same to occur in air…May 19, 2021May 19, 2021
Brian L. HinmaneVTOLs and Autorotation: Designing for Maximum SafetyAutorotation isn’t a subject much discussed in the modern era of electric VTOL design. Shortly after the unveiling of the Bell Nexus…Sep 11, 20191Sep 11, 20191
Brian L. HinmanBetter Together: Electric Aircraft Charge Connector StandardizationWe are currently witnessing the transition to electric and autonomous technologies, revolutionizing all forms of mobility. The impact of…Jul 9, 2019Jul 9, 2019
Brian L. HinmanHang in There: Why Hovering Matters in eVTOL DesignJune 25, 2019Jun 25, 2019Jun 25, 2019