ENGINEERING PORTFOLIO / PROJECT CASE STUDY

Project AEQUISON

Transonic UAV research program focused on reproducible analysis and staged verification.

INDEPENDENT AEROSPACE RESEARCH / IN PROGRESS

Research objective

Investigate transonic aerodynamic behavior, structural considerations, flight dynamics, and engineering verification methods for a proposed experimental UAV research program.

Current research workstreams

Published planning materials cover aerodynamic benchmark research, fixed-versus-variable-sweep trade studies, structural and material research, propulsion literature assessment, simulation data integrity, and regulatory feasibility.

Development approach

Requirements definition → literature research → numerical modeling → independent verification → reviewed laboratory studies → separately authorized subsonic demonstrations → technical reporting.

Current status and limitations

Research documentation and team planning are underway. The repository does not establish a built aircraft, completed CFD benchmark validation, flight authorization, competition qualification, or demonstrated Mach 1 capability. Concept illustrations are not simulation or flight-test evidence.

Independent team research, not a Cleared Hot Dynamics client engagement. Research ownership, contributor permissions, and any future commercial use require separate review.